Hardipanel Specs

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NATIONAL EVALUATION REPORT

Report No. NER- 405
Re-Issued August 1, 2002
DIVISION 06 WOOD AND PLASTICS Section 06160 Sheathing DIVISION 07 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION Section 07450 Fiber-Reinforced Cementitious Panels Section 07460 Siding REPORT HOLDER: JAMES HARDIE BUILDING PRODUCTS, INC. 10901 ELM AVENUE FONTANA, CALIFORNIA 92337 909-356-6366 www.jameshardie.com EVALUATION SUBJECT: JAMES HARDIE SIDING AND SOFFIT BOARDS, LINING BOARD, BACKERBOARD AND UNDERLAYMENT, AND SUBFLOOR PANELS
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 1.0 SUBJECT 1.1 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.1.6 1.1.7 1.1.8 1.2 SIDING AND SOFFIT BOARDS Hardiplank lapsiding Hardiflex panel Hardipanel siding Harditex baseboard Hardisoffit panel Hardishingle cladding Hardishingle panel Hardipanel Shiplap LINING BOARD AND UNDERLAYMENT Titan panel Hardibacker backerboard Hardibacker underlayment Titan-FR panel Hardibacker 500 backerboard SUBFLOOR PANELS Compressed Sheet
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2.0 PROPERTIES FOR WHICH EVALUATION IS SOUGHT 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Exterior Wall Covering Structural Performance Noncombustible Construction Fireresistive Construction Thermal Resistance
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The exterior siding and soffit boards, interior lining and underlayment, and subfloor panels are single-faced, cellulose fiber-reinforced cement (fiber-cement) building boards. The Titan-FR panel is a composite panel composed of a 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) thick fiber-cement skin laminated to 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick proprietary Type X gypsum board. All fiber-cement planks and panels are produced from the same components and differ in surface treatments and board configurations. Exterior siding and soffit boards are identified as Hardiplank (Hardihome, Sentry, Colonial Smooth, Colonial Roughsawn, Cemplank and Hardishingle), Hardiflex, Hardipanel, Cempanel, Harditex baseboard, Hardisoffit, Cemsoffit boards, Hardishingle panel and Hardishingle cladding shingles. Interior backerboards and underlayments are identified as Titan, Hardibacker (backerboard), Hardibacker (underlayment), Ultraboard and Titan-FR panel. Subfloor panels are identified as Compressed Sheet. The planks, panels, and shingles are manufactured by the Hatschek process and cured by high-pressure steam autoclaving. All products are cut to shape on-site by the score-and-snap method using a tool available from the manufacturer, a hand guillotine or a handsaw utilizing a carbide blade. The fiber-cement products have a flame-spread index of 0 and a smoke developed index of 5 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. The products are classified as noncombustible when tested in accordance with ASTM E136. The siding and soffit products comply with ASTM C1186, Standard Specification for Grade II, Type A, Non-Asbestos Fiber-Cement Flat Sheets. The subfloor panels comply with ASTM C1186, Standard Specification for Grade IV, Type A, Non-Asbestos Fiber-Cement Flat Sheets. The interior lining products, Hardibacker and Titan, comply with ASTM C1288, Standard Specification for Grade II Discrete Non-Asbestos FiberCement Interior Substrate Sheets. The interior lining product Hardibacker 500 complies with ASTM C1288, Standard Specification for Grade I Discrete NonAsbestos Fiber-Cement Interior Substrate Sheets. All interior lining boards comply
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 with ANSI A118.9 as cementitious backer units. When tested in accordance with ASTM C177, K and R values for the products are as shown in Table 4 of this report. When tested in accordance with ASTM E96, products with a thickness of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) or greater have demonstrated the permeance values given in Table 5 of this report. 3.1.1 James Hardie Trade Names Hardihome Hardipanel Cempanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardie James Hardie Titan-FR Max C Hardibacker 500

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Hardiplank Cemplank Sentry Colonial Smooth Colonial Woodgrain Hardisoffit Cemsoffit Hardibacker Ultraboard Titan Hardirock 3.2
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Hardiplank, Hardiflex, Hardipanel, Harditex baseboard, Hardishingle planks and panels, Hardisingle cladding shingles, and Hardisoffit boards are used as siding on exterior walls and soffits. The exterior siding and soffit products may be supplied unprimed or primed for subsequent application of a compatible primer and/or exterior-grade topcoat(s). Nominal dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report, maximum basic wind speeds in Table 2a, 2b, 6, 7, 8, and 9 of this report, and maximum shear values in Table 3 of this report. 3.2.1 Hardiplank (Hardihome, Sentry, Colonial Smooth, Colonial Roughsawn, Hardishingle and Cemplank) Lap Siding
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3.2.1.1 General: Lap siding is available in various finish textures. The siding is applied horizontally commencing from the bottom course of a wall with minimum 11/4 inch (32 mm) wide laps at the top edge. Vertical joints butt over studs except where the off-stud splice device is utilized as described in Section 3.2.1.2 of this report, or where the planks are installed over solid panel sheathing. When installed on wood-framing members, the siding shall be fastened either through the overlapping planks (face nailed) or through the top edge of single planks (blind nailed) with corrosion-resistant nails into each wood-framing member. The lap conceals the fasteners in the previous course when blind nailed. When attached to metal framing members, the siding is fastened either through the overlapping planks with 1 5/8 inch (41 mm) long No. 8 by 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) HD, self-drilling, corrosionresistant, ribbed buglehead screws or with 0.100 in. (2.54 mm) shank by 0.25 in. (6.4 mm) HD by 1 1/2 in. (38 mm) long ET & F brand pin fasteners at each metal framing member, or through the top edge of single planks with minimum 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long No. 8 by 0.375 inch (9.5 mm) HD, self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed waferhead screws or with 0.100 in. (2.54 mm) shank by 0.313 in. (7.5 mm) HD by 1 1/2 in. (38 mm) long ET & F Panelfast brand fasteners at each metal framing member. Planks may also be fastened to a wall constructed of concrete masonry units complying with ASTM C90 with 0.14 in. (3.5 mm) shank by 0.300 in. (7.6 mm) HD by 1 1/4 in. (32 mm) long ET & F brand Stud Nails. The lap conceals the fasteners in the previous course. 3.2.1.2 Off-Stud Splice Device: Vertical joints of the planks shall butt over framing members or between the framing members when an off-stud splice device is placed on each plank end. The splice device's bottom lip is placed over the adjacent solid course of planks. The plank is then fastened to the framing. The abutting plank is positioned and fastened into place ensuring that the lower edges of the two planks align. The metal device is located centrally over the joint. Restrictions on the off-stud splice device locations are as follows:

Splices shall be located a minimum of two stud cavities from wall corners. Successive splices within the same plank course shall be located no closer than 48 inches (1219 mm) from one another. Splices shall be staggered at minimum 24 inch (610 mm) intervals when
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Splices shall be at least one stud cavity away from door or window openings.
Where a specified level of wind resistance is required, plank lap siding shall be attached to solid panel sheathing or framing members, appropriately spaced, with fastener types, lengths, and spacing described in Tables 2b and 9 of this report. 3.2.2 Hardiflex Siding (Hardipanel Smooth) Hardiflex siding is used as an exterior wall cladding. The siding has a smooth unsanded surface. Dimensions are as noted in Table 1 of this report. Fasteners are installed with a minimum 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) edge distance and a minimum 2 inch (51 mm) clearance from corners. Joints are fastened at abutting sheet edges and optionally protected by polyvinyl chloride (PVC) joint treatment, lumber battens or sealant. Where a specified level of wind resistance or shear resistance is required, the Hardiflex panel is attached to framing members, appropriately spaced, with fastener types, lengths, and spacing described in Table 2a and Table 3 of this report. 3.2.3 Hardipanel Siding (Cemplank Siding) Hardipanel siding is available in various surface textures including smooth. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. Fasteners are installed with a minimum 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) edge distance and a minimum 2 inch (51 mm) clearance from corners. Joints are fastened at abutting sheet edges and optionally covered by polyvinyl chloride (PVC) joint treatment, lumber battens or sealant. Where a specified level of wind resistance or shear resistance is required, the Hardipanel siding is attached to framing members, appropriately spaced, with fastener types, lengths, and spacing described in Table 2a and 3 of this report. 3.2.4 Harditex Baseboard Harditex baseboard is for exterior applications to walls and soffits. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. Harditex baseboard has a smooth finish and is available with either tapered or trough edges on the two long sides for joint treatment or all square edges. Harditex baseboard is supplied either sealed or unsealed for the subsequent application of a primer or sealer by the end user as a component in a direct-applied exterior coating or finish system. Joints shall be sealed with a sealant or bedding compound, including any required joint reinforcing mesh or tape, specified by the coating manufacturer. Other installation details are in accordance with Section 3.2.2 of this report. Harditex baseboard has been evaluated for waterresistive qualities but its use as an alternative to a weather-resistive barrier is outside the scope of this report, see Section 7.4 of this report. Where a specified level of wind resistance or shear resistance is required, the Harditex baseboard is attached to framing members, appropriately spaced, with fastener types, lengths, and spacing described in Table 2a or 3 of this report. 3.2.5 Hardisoffit Board (Cemsoffit Board) Hardisoffit board is for use as exterior vented or unvented soffits. Hardisoffit board is available with either a woodgrain texture or a smooth unsanded surface. Vented Hardisoffit provides 5 square inches of net free ventilation per lineal foot of soffit. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. All Hardisoffit board edges are supported by framing with fasteners installed with a minimum 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) edge distance and minimum 2 inch (51 mm) clearance from corners. Hardisoffit boards are attached to framing members with fastener types, lengths, and spacings described in Table 2a and 3 of this report. 3.2.6 Hardishingle Cladding (individual shingles) Hardishingle cladding shall be installed over solid wall sheathing which complies with the applicable code. Dimensions are as noted in Table 1 of this report. The wall sheathing shall be protected by a weather-resistive barrier which complies with the applicable code. When Hardishingle cladding is installed over minimum 15/32 inch (11.9 mm) thick plywood complying with the applicable code, with two corrosion resistant roofing nails [0.121 inch (3.1 mm) shank diameter by 0.371 inch (9.4 mm) head diameter by 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long] spaced a maximum of 1 inch (25.4 mm) from each edge and the nails positioned to be covered 1 inch (25.4 mm) nominally by the succeeding course, the maximum allowable wind loads, building heights, and exposure categories for the systems installed with 8, 7, and 6 inch (203, 178, and 152 mm)
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 weather exposures, shall be as indicated in Table 6A, 6B, and 6C of this report. Nails shall secure siding but shall not be overdriven. When Hardishingle cladding is installed over minimum 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) thick Oriented Strand Board (OSB), complying with the applicable code, with two corrosion resistant siding nails [0.091 inch (2.3 mm) shank diameter by 0.221 inch (5.5 mm) head diameter by 1 1/2inch (38 mm) long] spaced a maximum of 1 inch (25.4 mm) from each edge and the nails positioned to be covered 1 inch (25.4 mm) nominally by the succeeding course, the maximum allowable wind loads, building heights, and exposure categories for the systems installed with 8, 7, and 6 inch (203, 178, and 152 mm) weather exposures, shall be as indicated in Table 7A, 7B, and 7C of this report. Nails shall secure siding but shall not be overdriven. When Hardishinglecladding is installed over minimum 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) thick Oriented Strand Board (OSB), complying with the applicable code, with three corrosion resistant siding nails [0.091 inch (2.3 mm) shank diameter by 0.221 inch (5.5 mm) head diameter by 1 1/2 inch (38 mm) long] for 12 inch (305 mm) wide shingles and two corrosion resistant siding nails for 6 and 8 inch (152 mm and 203 mm) wide shingles, the maximum allowable wind loads, building heights, and exposure categories for the systems installed with 8, 7, and 6 inch (203, 178, and 152 mm) weather exposures, shall be as indicated in Table 8A, 8B, and 8C of this report. One siding nail shall be spaced a maximum of 1 inch (25.4 mm) from each edge on the panel, with the third siding nail installed midspan of the 12 inch (305 mm) wide shingles. All nails shall be covered 1 inch (25.4 mm) nominally by the succeeding course. Nails shall secure siding but shall not be overdriven. 3.2.7 Hardishingle Panels Hardishingle panels have a woodgrain texture and are available in three configurations: half-round, staggered-edge, and square-edge. Dimensions are as noted in Table 1 of this report. The siding is applied horizontally to braced wall framing complying with the applicable code commencing from the bottom course of a wall. Install Hardishingle panels with joints in moderate contact. Due to the overlapping of the panels, joint sealant is not required. Fasteners are a minimum 0.083 inch (2.1 mm) shank by 0.187 inch (4.7 mm) HD by 1 1/2 inch (33 mm) long corrosion-resistant siding nail. For application to open braced framing, vertical joints butt over studs. Where a specified level of wind resistance is required, Hardishingle panel sidings are attached to framing members appropriately spaced or to solid wall sheathing, with fastener types, lengths, and spacing described in Table 2 of this report. Secure a 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick lath strip and a minimum 9 1/4 inch (235 mm) wide Hardiplank lap siding starter course. Trim the first panel so the end aligns with the furthest stud. Allow trimmed panel 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) from the trim board for caulk and secure above keyways [approximately 8 inches (203 mm) clearance from butt edge of panel] on 16 inch (406 mm) or 24 inch (310 mm) centers [13 3/4 inch (349 mm) centers maximum for application only to minimum 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) thick APA rated Oriented Strand Board sheathing]. Work across the wall allowing 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) gap from trim. Start the second course, and every following even number course (i.e. fourth, sixth) by moving the equivalent of one full stud cavity from the straight edge end (the left side). Save this piece for the other end of the wall. Secure the beginning panel leaving 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) clearance from the trim board for caulking. Position nails to penetrate through the previous course and into the framing members or Oriented Strand Board. When a course is broken by a window or doorway, continue the application as if the wall was complete. Trimming for the opening and using the resulting piece may throw off the spacing above the break. 3.2.8 Hardipanel Shiplap Panel Siding Hardipanel Shiplap panel siding is used as an exterior wall cladding. The siding is available in various surface textures including smooth. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. Fasteners are installed with a minimum 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) edge distance and a minimum 2 inch (51 mm) clearance from corners. Where a specified level of wind resistance or shear resistance is required, the Shiplap panel siding is attached to framing members, appropriately spaced, with fastener types, lengths, and spacing described in Table 2a and 3 of this report.

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 3.3 LINING BOARD AND UNDERLAYMENT

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Titan panel, Hardibacker and Hardibacker 500 (ceramic tile backerboards), and Hardibacker underlayment are used as wet or dry area lining/underlayment substrates applied to the interior of buildings. Titan-FR (tapered-edge) panel is only intended for dry interior wall and ceiling applications. 3.3.1 Titan Panel Titan panel is only intended for interior walls and ceilings including shower and bath areas. Subsequent finishing using paint, wallpaper or tile is required as indicated in Sections 3.3.1.1 and 3.3.1.2 of this report. The panel has a smooth finish with tapered edges on the two long dimensions for joint treatment. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. Maximum shear values are noted in Table 3 of this report. 3.3.1.1 Paint or Wallpaper Finish: Titan panel is installed with the long dimension either vertical or horizontal to nominal 2 x 4 wood framing members or minimum No. 20 gage (0.0329 inch) steel framing members, spaced a maximum of 24 inches (610 mm) on center with end joints staggered from adjacent courses in both vertical and horizontal applications. To fasten to wood framing members, minimum 1 3/8 inch (35 mm) long gypsum board nails or minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long No. 8 by 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed buglehead screws are used and spaced a maximum of 8 inches (203 mm) on center at all supports. To fasten to metal framing members, minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long No. 8 by 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed buglehead screws are used and spaced a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) on center at all supports. Fasteners shall be located at least 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) from board edges, and 2 inches (51 mm), minimum, from lining board corners. Panels are placed with a minimum 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) clearance from the floor surface. Metal or PVC corner angles are attached with the above described nails or screws placed approximately 12 inches (305 mm) on center. A flush-joint procedure is permitted on Titan panels. Gypsum board joint compounds, complying with ASTM C474 and C475, shall be troweled into the joints. Paper joint tape is embedded into the wet joint compound and allowed to dry thoroughly. A second coat of joint compound, approximately 8 inches (203 mm) wide, is then applied across the joint and allowed to dry. A third coat of topping compound, 10 inches (254 mm) wide, is applied across the joint. Topping compound shall also be applied over all fastener heads in intermediate locations. Internal corners are finished by filling with joint compound, working the joint tape into the joint, and applying a second coat of joint compound. A third coat of topping compound is applied over the area. External corners are treated by filling the joint with joint compound and allowing it to thoroughly dry. Corrosion-resistant metal or PVC corner angles are then fastened to the corner, followed by a second coat of joint compound. When the second coat is completely dry, a third coat of topping compound is applied over the area. Topping compound is also applied over all fastener heads in intermediate locations. 3.3.1.2 Tile Finish: Titan panel is installed with the long dimension either vertical or horizontal to nominal 2 x 4 wood-framing members or minimum No. 20 gage (0.0329 inch, 0.84 mm) metal framing members spaced 24 inches (610 mm) on center, maximum, with end joints staggered from adjacent courses in both vertical and horizontal applications. To comply with ANSI A108.11, framing members are spaced 16 inches (406 mm) on center, maximum. To fasten to wood framing members, minimum 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long, corrosion-resistant (galvanized or stainless steel) roofing nails, or 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long No. 8 by 0.375 inch (9.5 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed waferhead screws are used and spaced a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) on center at all supports. To fasten to metal framing members, minimum 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long No. 8 by 0.375 inch (9.5 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed waferhead screws are used and spaced a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) on center at all supports. Fasteners are located at least 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) from board edges, and 2 inches (51 mm), minimum, from board corners. Corner gaps are filled with a flexible, silicone sealant compatible with fiber-cement. Panels are placed with a minimum 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) clearance from the floor surface. This gap shall be free of adhesive and grout and filled with a flexible sealant. On large tiled areas, movement joints are provided in the walls in accordance with ANSI A108, Section AN-3.7. A flush-joint procedure is permitted on Titan panel. The same type of tile adhesive or mortar used to set the tiles shall be troweled into joints as a joint compound. Joints
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 shall be reinforced with 2 inch (51 mm) wide, high-strength, coated, alkali-resistant, glass fiber reinforcing joint tape embedded into the wet tile adhesive and allowed to dry thoroughly. Internal corners are finished by filling with tile adhesive, working the reinforcing joint tape into the joint, and applying a second coat of tile adhesive and allowing it to dry thoroughly. External corners are treated by filling the joint with tile adhesive and allowing it to dry thoroughly. Corrosion-resistant metal or PVC corner angles are then fastened in place, followed by a second coat of tile adhesive. Tile adhesive is also applied over all fastener heads in intermediate locations. Wall tiles complying with ANSI A137.1 are attached to the board with flexible Type I, mastic adhesives complying with ANSI A136.1, or acrylic or latex-modified thinset mortars complying with ANSI A118.4, in accordance with ANSI A108. The same adhesives are permitted to fill and level the sheet joints. 3.3.2 Hardibacker and Hardibacker 500 (Ceramic Tile Backerboard) Hardibacker and Hardibacker 500 ceramic tile backerboards are only intended for interior walls and floors, including shower and bath areas (excluding the shower floor). Subsequent finishing with tile is required. The square-edge backerboards have a smooth-finished surface and square edges for closely butted joints. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. Maximum shear values are noted in Table 3 of this report. 3.3.2.1 Floors: When Hardibacker or Hardibacker 500 backerboards are used on floors, the subfloor assembly shall consist of a minimum 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick, Exterior Grade, Group 2 or 3 species plywood or equivalent thickness of subfloor and shall be designed such that the maximum deflection in a plane, including live and dead loads, is L/360 of the span, in accordance with the applicable code. Movement joints shall be provided where existing structural joints (building control joints) occur and where changes in direction occur such as in L-shaped rooms. For large tiled areas, movement joints are provided in accordance with ANSI A108, Section AN-3.7. The subfloor is then covered with a minimum 3/32 inch (2.4 mm) thick latex, or acrylic-modified thinset setting material. The backerboard is then installed in a staggered brick pattern at right angles to the subfloor and fastened before the setting material films over. The backerboards are fastened with 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long, corrosion-resistant (galvanized or stainless steel) roofing nails or minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long No. 8 by 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed buglehead screws. To meet the requirements of ANSI A108.11, minimum 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long No. 8 by 0.375 inch (9.5 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant ribbed waferhead screws are used. Fasteners shall be located a maximum of 8 inches (203 mm) on center around the perimeter and in the field. Fasteners shall be located a minimum of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) and a maximum of 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) from the backerboard edges, and 2 inches (51 mm) minimum, from underlayment corners. For latex or acrylic modified thinset mortars, the joints shall be reinforced with 2 inch (51 mm) wide, high-strength, coated, alkali-resistant, glass fiber reinforcing tape embedded into the wet mortar and allowed to dry thoroughly. Floor tiles complying with ANSI A137.1 are attached to the board with flexible Type I mastic adhesives complying with ANSI A136.1, or acrylic or latex-modified thinset mortars complying with ANSI A118.4, in accordance with ANSI A108. The same adhesives are also used to fill and level the sheet joints. 3.3.2.2 Walls: Hardibacker and Hardibacker 500 backerboards are installed with the long dimension either vertical or horizontal to nominal 2 x 4 wood framing members or minimum No. 20 gage (0.0329 inch, 0.84 mm) metal framing members spaced a maximum of 24 inches (610 mm) on center with end joints staggered from adjacent courses in both vertical and horizontal applications. To comply with ANSI A108.11, framing members shall be spaced a maximum of 16 inches (406 mm) on center. To fasten to wood framing members, minimum 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long, corrosion-resistant (galvanized or stainless steel) roofing nails or 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long No. 8 by 0.375 inch (9.5 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed waferhead screws are used and spaced a maximum of 8 inches (152 mm) on center at all supports. To fasten to metal framing members, minimum 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) long No. 8 by 0.375 inch (9.5 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant ribbed waferhead screws are used and spaced a maximum of 8 inches (152 mm) on center at all supports. Fasteners are located at least 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) from board edges and 2

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 inches (51 mm), minimum, from board corners. Corner gaps are filled with a silicone sealant compatible with fiber-cement underlayments. Underlayments are placed with a minimum 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) clearance from the floor surfaces and other horizontal tile termination locations, such as above tub edges. This gap shall be free of adhesive and grout and filled with a flexible sealant. For large tiled areas, movement joints are provided in accordance with ANSI A108, Section AN-3.7. Wall tiles complying with ANSI A137.1 are attached to the underlayment with flexible Type I mastic adhesives complying with ANSI A136.1, or acrylic or latex-modified thinset mortars complying with ANSI A118.4, in accordance with ANSI A108. The same adhesives are used to fill and level the sheet joints. Joints shall be reinforced with 2 inch (51 mm) wide, high-strength, coated, alkali-resistant, glass fiber reinforcing tape embedded into the wet mastic or modified thinset mortar and allowed to dry thoroughly. 3.3.3 Hardibacker Underlayment (Ultraboard) Hardibacker underlayment is only intended for interior floors including showers and bath areas (excluding the shower floor). Subsequent finishing with resilient floor covering or tile is required. The underlayment face has a smooth surface, an acrylic based seal coat and square edges for close-butted joints. The reverse side of the underlayment has lightly textured surface, is unsealed and has square edges. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. The underlayment shall be installed over a structurally sound subfloor assembly designed to limit the maximum deflection in a plane, including live and dead loads, to L/360 of the span, in accordance with the applicable code. When the underlayment is installed on existing floor construction, floor finishes and subflooring shall be repaired, removed and/or replaced as necessary to create a smooth and level surface. The ability of the existing floor structure and subfloor to support the additional loads of the underlayment and new floor finish shall be substantiated. Alterations shall comply with applicable codes. The underlayment boards are laid in a staggered end joint pattern at right angles to the subflooring. Joints are offset 1/8 inch (3.2 mm) from walls and cabinet bases and cut edges turned to the outside, wherever possible. 3.3.3.1 Resilient Flooring: With the smooth face up, the underlayment is placed over the prepared subflooring and fastened to support framing with either 3d, corrosion-resistant, ring shank nails or No. 18 gage (0.0475 inch) corrosion-resistant staples with a 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) crown located a maximum of 3 inches (76 mm) on center around the perimeter and 6 inches (152 mm) on center in a random/staggered pattern in the field. Fasteners shall be located at least 3/8 inch (9.5m) from underlayment edges and 2 inches (51 mm) minimum, from the underlayment corners. Fastener heads shall be flush with the surface. Fasteners shall be of sufficient length to penetrate at least 1 inch (25.4 mm) inch sound subflooring or framing. To minimize the possibility of surface irregularities in the underlayment and fastener heads penetrating through the resilient flooring, the boards shall be installed flush and level. Height variations are treated by filling joints, gouges and low spots with a water-resistant, cementitious leveling compound recommended by the floor-covering manufacturer. After the leveling compound has dried, filled areas are sanded level to the surrounding subfloor. Prior to the application of the resilient flooring, the prepared surfaces shall be free of dust, grease and other foreign material. Finish floor coverings are installed in accordance with the flooring material manufacturer's published instructions, which shall include application procedures, compatible adhesives and recommended accessories. 3.3.3.2 Tile: with the smooth face up, follow the additional instructions described in Section 3.3.2.1 of this report.

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Titan-FR Panel
Titan-FR (tapered-edge) panel is only intended for dry interior wall and ceiling applications. The panel has a smooth finish with tapered edges on the two long dimensions for joint treatment. Dimensions are as noted in Table 1 of this report. back to the NES home page 3.3.4.1 Paint or Wallpaper Finish: Titan-FR tapered-edge panel is installed with the long dimension either vertical or horizontal to nominal 2 x 4 wood framing members or minimum No. 20 gage (0.0329 inch, 0.84 mm) steel framing members,
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 spaced a maximum of 24 inches (610 mm) on center with end joints staggered from adjacent courses in both vertical and horizontal applications. To fasten to wood framing members, minimum 1 7/8 inch (47.6 mm) long gypsum board nails or minimum 1 1/2 inch (38 mm) long, Type W, gypsum board screws are used and spaced a maximum of 8 inches (203 mm) on center at all supports. To fasten to metal framing members, minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long, Type S or S-12, selfdrilling gypsum board screws are used and spaced a maximum of 12 inches (305 mm) on center at all supports. Fasteners shall be located at least 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) from board edges, and 2 inches (51 mm), minimum, from board corners. wall panels are placed with a minimum 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) clearance from the floor surface. Metal or PVC corner angles are attached with the above described nails or screws placed approximately 12 inches (305 mm) on center. A flush-joint procedure is permitted on Titan-FR (tapered-edge) panels. Gypsum board joint compounds, complying with ASTM C474 and C475, shall be troweled into the joints. Paper joint tape or equivalent is embedded into the wet joint compound and allowed to dry thoroughly. A second coat of joint compound, approximately 8 inches (203 mm) wide, is then applied across the joint and allowed to dry. A third coat of topping compound, 10 inches (254 mm) wide, is applied across the joint. Topping compound shall also be applied over all fastener heads in intermediate locations. Internal corners are finished by filling with joint compound, working the joint tape into the joint, and applying a second coat of joint compound. A third coat of topping compound is applied over the area. External corners are treated by filling the joint with joint compound and allowing it to dry thoroughly. Corrosion-resistant metal or PVC corner angles are then fastened to the corner, followed by a second coat of joint compound. When the second coat is completely dry, a third coat of topping compound is applied over the area. Joint compound is also applied over all fastener heads in intermediate locations. 3.4 SUBFLOOR PANELS Compressed sheet is used as subflooring over complying wood or metal floor joists spaced a maximum of 24 inches (610 mm) on center. The panels have a smooth unsanded surface. Cutouts for plumbing and electrical shall be oversized. Floor opening penetrations shall be protected in accordance with the applicable code. Dimensions are noted in Table 1 of this report. Panels are installed over two or more spans, with the long dimension perpendicular to supports. The sheets are fastened to wood framing members by counterstriking minimum No. 10 by 0.350 inch (8.9 mm) HD wood screws spaced a maximum of 12 inches (305 mm) on center at all supports. The sheets are fastened to metal framing members by counterstriking minimum No. 9 by 0.350 inch (8.9 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant ribbed buglehead screws spaced a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) on center around the sheet perimeter and 12 inches (305 mm) on center at immediate joist locations. Fasteners shall be of sufficient length to penetrate at least 1inch (25.4 mm) into wood framing members or 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) into metal framing members. Holes are drilled in compressed sheet with a masonry bit, allowing a 0.04 inch (1.02 mm) clearance over diameter of screw to be used. Fasteners are located a minimum of 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) and a maximum of 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) from sheet edges, and 2 inches (51 mm) minimum from sheet corners. Fastener heads are flush with the surface. Edges shall be blocked or the panels shall be covered with minimum 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick underlayment or 3/4 inch (19.1 mm) thick wood strip finish flooring. As an alternative, sheets are field glued in conjunction with mechanical fastening with a structural adhesive (APA/HUD AFG-01) applied to joints. Framing members shall be free of surface moisture, dirt, cement and other foreign materials prior to application of the adhesive. Adhesives shall be applied in accordance with the adhesive manufacturer's instructions. The application rate shall be a 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) diameter bead applied to each joist or blocking member, except two 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) diameter beads are applied where sheets abut on a joist. Installation of the sheets shall be within the time limit designated by the adhesive manufacturer.

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Where more than one sheet is used, an effective seal shall be provided between sheets. The bonded surfaces shall be clean and an approved structural adhesive (APA/HUD AGF-01) shall be used. Edges of the sheets to be joined shall be thoroughly cleaned and the dust removed. A layer of adhesive is buttered to the leading edge of the first installed sheet and the next sheet laid against it ensuring that an adequate film of adhesive is present. Forcing adhesive into the joint after the sheets have been fastened is not permitted. After the joint is filled, any excess
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 adhesive shall be removed from the surface of the sheet. Use as a diaphragm is outside the scope of this report. Allowable loads are as follows: ALLOWABLE UNIFORM LOAD AT DEFLECTION LIMIT = L/360 1 JOIST SPACING PRODUCT Compressed Sheet II (1/2 and 5/8 inch thick) 16 inches o.c. 190 psf 300 psf 24 inches o.c. 105 psf 145 psf

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For SI: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 psf = 47.88 Pa 1. L = length of span (inches) 3.5 FIRE-RESISTANCE RATED ASSEMBLIES 3.5.1 Assembly 1 The nonsymmetrical nonloadbearing, 1 hour, fire-resistance rated wall assembly consists of minimum 3 5/8 inch (92 mm) deep, No. 20 gage (0.0359 inch, 0.91 mm), steel C studs at 24 inches (610 mm) on center with corresponding top and bottom tracks. One layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum board, 48 inches (1219 mm) wide, is applied vertically to the studs and secured with 11/4 inch (32 mm) long, Type S, gypsum board screws, spaced 8 inches (203 mm) on center at board edges and 12 inches (305 mm) on center at intermediate framing members. The 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick gypsum board joints and screw heads require treatment consisting of joint compound followed by joint tape and a second layer of joint compound. The opposite face of the wall is covered with one layer of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Hardirock Max C(Type X) gypsum board, followed by one layer of either 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick Titan (tapered- edge), Hardibacker (square-edge), or Harditex board. Boards are applied vertically to framing members with vertical edges staggered 24 inches (610 mm). The 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Hardirock Max C (Type X) gypsum board is fastened to the framing members with 11/4 inch (32 mm) long, Type S, gypsum board screws spaced 24 inches (610 mm) on center. Titan, Hardibacker or Harditex boards are fastened through the gypsum board to the framing members with minimum 1 5/8 inch (41 mm) long by minimum 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) HD or self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed buglehead or ribbed waferhead screws located a maximum of 8 inches (203 mm) on center. Board joints and fasteners require treatment similar to that described in Sections 3.3.1.1, 3.3.1.2, 3.3.2.2 and 3.2.4 of this report. 3.5.2 Assembly 2 The nonsymmetrical nonload bearing, 1 hour, fire-resistant rated wall assembly consists of minimum 3 5/8 inch (92 mm) deep, No. 25 gage (0.0209 inch, 0.53 mm), steel C studs at 16 inches (406 mm) on center with corresponding top and bottom tracks. One layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum board, 48 inches (1219 mm) wide, is applied vertically to the studs and secured with minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long, Type S, gypsum board screws, spaced 8 inches (203 mm) on center at board edges and 12 inches (305 mm) on center at intermediate framing members. The 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum board joints and screw heads require treatment consisting of joint compound followed by joint tape and a second layer of joint compound. The stud cavities are insulated with minimum 3 inch (76 mm) thick, 3 pcf (48 kg/m3), unfaced, friction-fit, mineral fiber insulation complying with ASTM C665, Type I. The opposite face of the wall is covered with one layer of 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) thick Hardibacker (backerboard) or Titan panel or Harditex boards. The boards are applied vertically to framing members with vertical edges staggered 16 inches (406 mm). Hardibacker, Titan or Harditex boards are fastened through to the framing members with minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long No. 8 by 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed buglehead (or equivalent) screws located a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) on center. Board joints and fasteners require treatment similar to that described in Sections 3.3.1.1, 3.3.1.2 or 3.3.2.2 of this report, and using the glass fiber reinforcing tape. 3.5.3 Assembly 3 The nonsymmetrical limited loadbearing, 1 hour fire-resistant rated wall assembly
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 consists of nominal 2 x 4 wood studs at 16 inches (406 mm) on center with two top plates and a single bottom plate. The lesser of 800 pounds per stud or 31 percent of full design load is permitted to be superimposed, provided structural consideration for axial, flexural and bearing perpendicular-to-grain stresses are resolved in accordance with Part III of the National Design Specification, 1997 edition, published by the American Forest & Paper Association. One layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum board, 48 inches (1219 mm) wide, is applied vertically to the studs and secured with minimum 1 7/8 inch (22 mm) long cup-head gypsum board nails, spaced 7 inches (178 mm) on center at board edges and intermediate framing members. The 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum board joints and nail heads require treatment consisting of joint compound followed by joint tape and a second layer of joint compound. The stud cavities are insulated with minimum 3 inch (76 mm) thick, 3 pcf, unfaced, friction-fit, mineral fiber insulation complying with ASTM C665, Type I. The opposite face of the wall is covered with one layer of 7/16 inch (11.1 mm) thick Titan panel or Hardibacker backerboard. The fiber cement board is applied vertically to framing members with vertical edges staggered 16 inches (406 mm) from the gypsum board edges. Boards are fastened through to the framing members with minimum 1 1/2 inch (38 mm) long, corrosion-resistant roofing nails located a maximum of 6 inches (152 mm) on center. Board joints and fasteners require treatment similar to that described in Section 3.3.2.2 of this report. The side of the wall clad with fiber-cement board is covered with standard grade ceramic tile, nominal 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick . Tiles, any expansion or control joints, and grout are installed in accordance with ANSI A108.4 when Type I organic adhesive is used, or ANSI A108.5 if dry set, acrylic-modified or latex-modified portland cement mortar is used. 3.5.4 Assembly 4 The nonsymmetrical loadbearing 1 hour fire-resistant rated wall assembly consists of nominal 2 x 4 wood studs at 24 inches (610 mm) on center with two top plates and a single bottom plate. Full design loads are permitted to be superimposed, provided structural consideration for axial flexural and bearing perpendicular-to-grain stresses are resolved in accordance with Part III of the National Design Specification, 1997 Edition, published by the American Forest & Paper Association. One layer of 5/8 inch (15.9) thick Type "X" gypsum board, 48 inches (1219 mm) wide, is applied vertically to the studs and secured with minimum 1 3/4 inch (44 mm) long cup-head gypsum board nails, spaced 7 inches (178 mm) on center at board edges and intermediate framing members. The 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum board joints and nail heads require treatment consisting of joint compound followed by joint tape and a second layer of joint compound. The stud cavities are either insulated or uninsulated. The opposite face of the wall is covered with one layer of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Type "X" water-resistant core gypsum sheathing and one layer of maximum 12 inch (305 mm) wide Hardiplank lap siding lapped a minimum of 1 1/4 inches (32 mm). The 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Type X water-resistant core gypsum sheathing is applied vertically to framing members with vertical edges staggered 24 inches (610 mm) from the joints on the opposite side. The 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Type "X" water-resistant core gypsum sheathing is fastened to the framing members with 1 3/4 inch (44 mm) long roofing nails spaced 7 inches (178 mm) on center in the field and 4 inches (102 mm) on center along the perimeter of each board. An outer layer of 5/16 inch (7.5 mm) thick, 12 inch (305 mm) wide Hardiplank lap siding is applied over the 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Type "X" water-resistant core gypsum sheathing by attaching a 1 1/2 inch (38 mm) wide Hardiplank starter strip attached through the gypsum sheathing into the bottom plate and 12 inch (305 mm) wide Hardiplank lap siding applied horizontally with a minimum nominal 1 1/4 inch (32 mm) headlap and fastened with a single 6d corrosion resistant common nail driven through the lapped planks at each stud. 3.5.5 Assembly 5 The symmetrical nonload bearing, 1 hour, fire-resistant rated wall assembly consists of minimum 3 5/8 inch (92 mm) deep, No. 20 gage (0.0359 inch, 0.91 mm), steel C studs at 24 inches (610 mm) on center with corresponding top and bottom tracks. Both sides of the wall are covered with one layer of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Hardirock Max C (Type X) gypsum board, followed by one layer of either 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) thick Titan panel, Hardibacker backerboard, or Harditex baseboards. Boards are applied either perpendicular (horizontally) or parallel (vertically) to framing members. Base layer and face layer board joints of both wall sides are offset by 24 inches (610 mm). The 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) thick Hardirock Max C (Type X) gypsum board is fastened to the framing members with minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long, Type S, gypsum board screws spaced 24 inches (610 mm)

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 on center. Titan, Hardibacker or Harditex boards are fastened through the gypsum board to the framing members with minimum 1 5/8 inch (41 mm) long by minimum 0.323 inch (8.2 mm) HD self-drilling, corrosion-resistant, ribbed buglehead or ribbed waferhead screws located a maximum of 8 inches (203 mm) on center. Board joints and fasteners require finish treatment similar to that described in Sections 3.3.1.1, 3.3.1.2, 3.3.2.2, or 3.2.4 and of this report. 3.5.6 Assembly 6 The symmetrical nonload bearing, 1 hour, fire-resistant rated wall assembly consists of minimum 3 5/8 inch (92 mm) deep, No. 20 gage (0.0359 inch, 0.91 mm), steel C studs at 24 inches (610 mm) on center with corresponding top and bottom tracks. Both sides of the wall are covered with one layer of 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick TitanFR panel. Boards are applied either perpendicular (horizontally) or parallel (vertically) to framing members. Panel joints are offset by 24 inches (610 mm). The 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Titan-FR panel is fastened to the framing members with minimum 1 inch (25.4 mm) long, Type S, gypsum board screws spaced 12 inches (305 mm) on center. Board joints and fasteners require finish treatment similar to that described in Sections 3.3.1.1 or 3.3.1.2 of this report. 4.0 INSTALLATION Installation shall comply with this report and a copy of this report shall be available at all times on the job site during installation. Additional details are in the applicable manufacturer's product information sheets issued December 1993. Where noneditorial differences occur between the manufacturer's product information sheets and this report, this report shall be null and void. 5.0 IDENTIFICATION James Hardie Building Products, Inc., Hardiflex, Hardipanel Cempanel, Hardisoffit and Cemsoffit boards; Harditex baseboards; Titan, Titan-FR, Hardibacker, Ultraboard and Hardibacker 500 lining boards, backerboard and underlayment; Compressed Sheet subflooring; pallets of Hardiplank and Cemplank lap siding; and pallets of Hardishingle planks and panels shall bear a label identifying the manufacturer's name and telephone number, the product name, and the name of the quality control agency, Intertek Testing Services, Inc. (NERQA219), and this report number (NER-405) for field identification. 6.0 EVIDENCE SUBMITTED 6.1 The following test reports issued by the Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) in accordance with ASTM E72, Conducting Strength Test of Panels of Building Construction, Section 9, Transverse Load, and Section 14, Racking Load:
Report No. S100 S101 S102 S103 S104 S105 S106 S109 S112 S113 STR122 STR123 STR127 STR128 STR131 Date June, 1984 June, 1984 June, 1984 June, 1984 June, 1984 June, 1984 June, 1984 July, 1984 August, 1984 August, 1984 April, 1985 April, 1985 April, 1985 May, 1985 May, 1985 May, 1985 ASTM Standard Section 9 9 9 9 9 14 14 9 14 9 9 14 9 14 9 14

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 6.2 The following test reports issued by the Building Research Association of New Zealand (BRANZ) in accordance with the weatherability test procedures noted: Report No. MTR658 MTR662 MTR709 MTR723 Date November, 1983 November, 1983 June, 1984 May, 1984 June, 1985 June, 1985 June, 1984 June, 1984 Procedure U.B.C. Standard 32-12 Freeze/Thaw Percolation Test ASTM G26, D2616, FD-714 NSZ3204; Wet/Dry Cycling U.B.C. Standard 47-17 T176 ASTM E96 ASTM E96 T177 6.3

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Quality Assurance Manual for James Hardie Building Products, Inc., signed by Rich Klein, James Hardie Building Products, Inc. 2/18/02 and Kathy Bishop, Intertek Testing Services, Inc. 2/20/02. Manufacturers descriptive literature. United States Testing Company, Test Report No. LA 50049-1, dated February 7, 1985,containing testing in accordance with ASTM E84, Test of Surface Burning Characteristic of Building Materials. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Test Report No. 8047-87, dated April 6, 1987, containing testing in accordance with ASTM E72, Conducting Strength Tests of Panels for Building Construction Section 9, Transverse Load; and Section 14, Racking Load. Structural Calculations for Determination of Wind Speed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., in accordance with Section 1205 of the 1988 Standard Building Code. The following test reports were issued by Inspection Concepts for Transverse Load Tests of panels: Report No. IC-1021-88 IC-1022-88 IC-1042-88 IC-1054-89 IC-1055-89 IC-1121A-91 IC-1121B-91 IC-1201-92 IC-1203-92 IC-1228-93 IC-1270-94 IC-1271-94 Date May, 1988 May, 1988 February, 1989 September, 1989 September, 1989 March 20, 1991 March 20, 1991 January 22, 1993 January 22, 1993 July 2, 1993 April 20, 1994 April 20, 1994
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 6.9 The following test reports were issued by Inspection Concepts for Racking Tests of panels: Report No. IC-1013-88 IC-1014-88 IC-1030-88 IC-1032-88 IC-1037-88 IC-1038-88 Date January, 1988 January, 1988 September, 1988 September, 1988 November, 1988 November, 1988 September, 1989 November ,1989 October 30, 1990 January 5, 1991 January 6, 1991 January 8, 1991 January 8, 1991 March 20, 1991 March 20, 1991 March 20, 1991 March 20, 1991 January 22, 1993 January 22, 1993 August 5, 1993 April 20, 1994 April 29, 1994

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 6.15 6.16 6.17 6.18 6.19 United States Testing Company, Inc., Test Report No. 176842, dated September 14, 1990, in accordance with ASTM D1037. Truesdail Laboratories, Inc., Test Report No. 30240-1, dated March 1, 1989, revised March 28, 1991, in accordance with ASTM G21. Truesdail Laboratories, Inc., Test Report No. 30240-2, dated March 1, 1989, revised March 28, 1991, in accordance with ASTM G22. Inspection Concepts, Report No. IC-1131-91, dated May 8, 1991, in accordance with ASTM C947, C666 Procedure B, and ANSI-136-1. ETL Testing Laboratories, Report No. 497742, dated March 5, 1990, in accordance with ASTM E84. Inspection Concepts, Report No. IC-1039-89, dated January 6, 1989, revised May 11, 1990, containing comparative fastener pullout and pull-through testing results. James Hardie Building Products, Inc. product information sheets issued October 1991. Structural calculations verifying design values for Table 2 and 3 of this report, prepared by Inspection Concepts dated October 20, 1993, signed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Letter correcting structural calculations for BRANZ Reports S106 and STR128 prepared by Inspection Concepts dated February 14, 1993, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Letter reviewing Racking Tests and Transverse Load Tests for Group III wood species verification for Table 2 and 3 of this report, prepared by Inspection Concepts dated October 14, 1993, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. The following test reports were issued by Omega Point Laboratories for 1 hour Fire-resistant Assemblies: Report No. Date February 13,1992 September 9,1992 May 1, 1995 August 2, 1999 August 3, 1999

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Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Test Report No. 8108A-87, dated May 20, 1987, in accordance with ASTM C725 for flexural strength tests conducted on 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch thick compressed sheet panels. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Test Report No. 8108B-87, dated May 26, 1987, in accordance with ASTM E72, Section 18, concentrated load on 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch thick compressed sheet panels. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Test Report No. 8108C-87, dated June 24, 1987, in accordance with ASTM E72, Section 9, transverse load on 1/2 inch and 3/4 inch thick compressed sheet panels. Inspection Concepts, Test Report No. IC-1257-94, dated January 13, 1994, in accordance with ASTM E331 for water penetration of 1/4 inch thick Hardipanel vertical siding. Inspection Concepts, Test Report No. IC-1243-93, dated August 26, 1993, in accordance with ASTM E228 for linear-thermal expansion of 1/4 inch thick James Hardie fiber cement products. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory No. 9778-93, IC-1225-93, dated June 4, 1993,. The Hardibacker board was tested in accordance with ASTM C177 Test for Steady-State Thermal Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded Hot Plate. The results are listed in Table 4 of this report. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Test Report No. IC-1230-93, Laboratory No. 9778-93, dated June 1993. The Hardibacker board materials were tested in accordance with ASTM E96-90 to determine the water vapor transmission
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 properties. The average perm-eance (perms) of the panels are shown in Table 5 of this report. 6.33 Ramtech Laboratories, Inc. Laboratory No. 10367A-95/1363, dated September 18, 1995. The 7 1/2 inch and 9 1/2 inch wide Hardiplank lap sidings were tested in accordance with ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test. The panels were installed on nominal 2 x 4 wood structural members spaced 16 inches on center (o.c.). Structural Calculations verifying design values for Table 3 of this report, prepared by Inspection Concepts dated October 6, 1995, signed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Wind analysis and calculations for Hardishingle and Hardislate roofing and Hardie Shingleside cladding installed with 8, 7, and 6 inch weather exposures. Analysis and calculations conducted by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. dated March 28, 1997; March 31, 1997; and April 2, 1997. Structural calculations to determine design wind load on 8.25 Hardiplank, dated October 24, 1996, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. of Inspection Concepts Inc.. Structural calculations to determine design values for Table 2a, 2b, and 3 of this report, prepared by Inspection Concepts dated July 16, 1997, July 19, 1997, and August 19, 1997, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Report Lab. No. 10868-97/1475, dated June 26, 1997. The report contains results of testing in accordance with ASTM E72 and ASTM E330 on 5/16 inch thick Hardipanel. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Report Lab. No. 10869-97/1482, dated July 14, 1997 containing results of transverse load testing in accordance with ASTM E72 on 9 1/2 inch wide Hardiplank lap siding. Applied Research Laboratories, Lab No. 29278-UD1, dated September 1, 1994, containing reports of tensile pull-out testing of fasteners. Structural calculations to determine the allowable fastener spacing based on a wind speed of 110 mph, Exposure Category C, prepared by Inspection Concepts, dated November 2, 1994, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 10794-97/1458, dated March 13, 1997, containing results of an Uplift Resistance Test of 18 inch long by 12 inch wide by 1/4 inch thick Hardishingle roofing installed on 15/32 inch thick, 4 ply, 3 layer CDX plywood. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 10794-97/1460, dated March 13, 1997, containing results of an Uplift Resistance Test of 18 inch long by 12 inch wide by 1/4 inch thick Hardie Shingleside as siding roofing installed on 7/16 inch thick Oriented Strand Board utilizing 2 siding nails per 12 inch wide panel. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 10794-97/1464, dated March 13, 1997, containing results of an Uplift Resistance Test of 18 inch long by 12 inch wide by 1/4 inch thick Hardie Shingleside as siding roofing installed on 7/16 inch thick Oriented Strand Board utilizing 3 siding nails per 12 inch wide panel. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11149-98/1554, dated October 7, 1998, containing results of an ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test of 6 1/4 inch wide Hardiplank siding installed on 20 ga. metal framing members spaced at 16 inch and 24 inch centers and fastened with ET & F pin fasteners through the lap to each stud. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11149-98/1554A, dated October 7, 1998, containing results of an ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test of 12 inch wide Hardiplank siding installed on 20 ga. metal framing members spaced at 16 inch and 24 inch centers and fastened with ET & F pin fasteners through the lap to each stud. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11149-98/1554B, dated October 7, 1998, containing results of an ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test of 8 1/4 inch wide Hardiplank siding installed on 20 ga. metal framing members spaced at 16 inch and 24 inch centers and fastened with ET & F pin

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 fasteners blind nailed to each stud. 6.48 Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11284-99/1580, dated April 15, 1999, containing results of an ASTM E72 Racking Shear Test of 5/16 inch thick x 48 inch wide x 96 inch long Hardipanel siding installed on 20 ga. metal framing members spaced at 16 inch and 24 inch centers and fastened with ET & F pin fasteners spaced at 4 inches o.c. perimeter and 8 inches o.c. intermediate framing members. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11149-98/1554D, dated September 14, 1998, containing results of an ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test of 5/16 inch thick x 48 inch wide x 96 inch long Hardipanel siding installed on 20 ga. metal framing members spaced at 16 inch and 24 inch centers and fastened with ET & F pin fasteners spaced at 4 inches o.c. perimeter and 8 inches o.c. intermediate framing members. Wind analysis and calculations for Hardipanel panels for exposure categories B, C, and D. Analysis and calculations signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., dated March 26, 2000. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11552/1636, dated April 20, 2000, containing results of an ASTM E330 Uplift Resistance Test of 1/4 inch thick x 24 inch wide vented Hardisoffit panel installed on nominal 2 x 4 framing members spaced at 24 inch centers and fastened with 1 1/2 inch long x 0.083 inch shank x 0.187 inch HD nails spaced at 8 inches o.c. perimeter and intermediate framing members. Wind analysis and calculations for 24 inch wide vented Hardisoffit panel for exposure categories B, C, and D. Analysis and calculations signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., dated May 4, 2000. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11436-99/1602, dated October 29, 1999, containing results of an ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test of 1/4 inch thick x 19 inch long x 48 inch wide Heritage (half round) panel siding installed on 7/16 inch thick APA rated Oriented Strand Board sheathing only with 1 1/2 inch long x 0.083 inch shank x 0.187 inch HD nails spaced at 13 3/4 inch o.c. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11436-99/1603, dated October 27, 1999, containing results of an ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test of 1/4 inch thick x 19 inch long x 48 inch wide Heritage (half round) panel siding installed on nominal 2 x 4 framing members spaced at 16 inch centers and fastened with 1 1/2 inch long x 0.083 inch shank x 0.187 inch HD nails to each framing member. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11436-99/1604, dated October 28, 1999, containing results of an ASTM E330 Transverse Load Test of 1/4 inch thick x 19 inch long x 48 inch wide Heritage (half round) panel siding installed on nominal 2 x 4 framing members spaced at 24 inch centers and fastened with 1 1/2 inch long x 0.083 inch shank x 0.187 inch HD nails to each framing member. Letter justifying horizontal application of panels in accordance with Table 3 of this report, based on Table 23-II-I-1 of the 1997 Uniform Building Code and similar tables in the BOCA National Building Code/1999 and 1999 Standard Building Code, prepared by Inspection Concepts Inc., dated October 20, 1999, and signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Wind analysis and calculations for Hardiplank lap siding installed with ET & F pin fasteners for exposure categories B, C, and D. Analysis and calculations signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., dated December 14, 1998. Wind analysis and calculations for Hardiplank lap siding based on various test reports of installations with nail and screw fasteners. Analysis and calculations signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., dated July 7, 1998. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. letter, dated May 29, 1997, recognizing James Hardie Gypsums 1/2 inch thick Hardirock Max C gypsum board as an alternative to Super Fire X gypsum board. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. letter, dated February 23, 2000, recognizing James Hardie Gypsums 1/2 inch thick Hardirock Max C gypsum board as an alternative to Super Fire X gypsum board. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., File R8701, Project 96NK16606, dated

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 December 19, 1996, containing results of ANSI/UL 263 (ASTM E119, NFPA 251), Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, for 1/2 inch thick x 8 feet long x 4 feet wide gypsum board installed on steel columns of 25 MSG steel studs spaced at 12 inch centers and fastened with 3 inch long Type S self-drilling, self-tapping board screws spaced at 12 inch centers in a UL G512 assembly. 6.62 Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., File R8701, Project 96NK35820, dated July 23, 1997, containing results of ANSI/UL 263 (ASTM E119, NFPA 251), Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, for 5/8 inch thick x 144 inch long x 48 inch wide gypsum board installed in a UL X515 floor-ceiling assembly. Wind analysis and calculations for Shingleside Heritage panels for exposure categories B, C, and D. Analysis and calculations signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., dated December 3, 1999. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11436-99/1612, dated December 20, 1999, containing results of an ASTM E72 Racking Shear Test of 5/16 inch thick x 48 inch wide x 96 inch long Hardipanel Shiplap siding installed on nominal 2 x 4 wood framing members spaced at 16 inch centers and fastened with 0.092 inch shank by 0.225 inch HD by 2 inch long nails spaced at 3 inches o.c. perimeter and 8 inches o.c. intermediate framing members. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11436-99/1616, dated December 27, 1999, containing results of an ASTM E72 Racking Shear Test of 5/16 inch thick x 48 inch wide x 96 inch long Hardipanel Shiplap siding installed on nominal 2 x 4 wood framing members spaced at 16 inch centers and fastened with 0.092 inch shank by 0.225 inch HD by 2 inch long nails spaced at 8 inches o.c. perimeter and 8 inches o.c. intermediate framing members. Wind analysis and calculations of Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Test Reports Laboratory Number 11436-99/1612 and 11436/1616, prepared by Inspection Concepts dated January 14, 2000, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Wind analysis and calculations for Hardipanel installed on steel studs spaced 16 and 24 inches o.c. Analysis and calculations signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., dated June 15, 1999. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11436-99/1619, dated January 19, 2000, containing results of a Uniform Negative Transverse Load Test of 5/16 inch thick x 48 inch wide x 96 inch long Hardipanel Shiplap Panel installed on nominal 2 x 4 wood framing members spaced at 16 inch centers and fastened with 0.092 inch shank by 0.225 inch HD by 2 inch long ring shank nails spaced at 3 inches and 8 inches o.c. perimeter and 8 inches o.c. field. Wind analysis and calculations of Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Test Report Laboratory Number 11436-99/1619, prepared by Inspection Concepts dated February 4, 2000, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11443/1613, dated February 10, 2000, containing results of testing, in accordance with ASTM C36, of 5/8 inch thick x 48 inch wide x 120 inch long Titan-FR panel consisting of 1/2 inch thick Hardirock Max C gypsum board and 3/32 inch thick Hardie fiber-cement board adhered with PVA adhesive. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11443/1613, dated March 25, 2000, revision to report to additionally show compliance with ASTM C1278. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11443/1629, dated March 22, 2000, containing testing of Hardibacker 500 in accordance with ASTM C1288, Standard Specification for Discrete Non-Asbestos Fiber-Cement Interior Substrate Sheets. Omega Point Laboratories, Report Number 11710-106315, dated March 7, 2000, containing results of surface burning characteristic testing, indicating compliance with ASTM E84 for the Hardibacker 500 backerboard. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11569/1647, dated June 2, 2000, containing results of water tightness testing performed in accordance with ASTM C1185 on Hardibacker 500.

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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 6.75 Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Laboratory Number 11569B/1655, dated June 27, 2000, containing results of falling ball impact testing performed in accordance with ASTM D1037 on Hardibacker 500. Ramtech Laboratories, Inc. Laboratory Number 11569A/1654, dated July 10, 2000, containing results of flexural strength testing performed in accordance with ASTM C947, freeze thaw testing performed in accordance with ASTM C666, and bacteria resistance testing performed in accordance with ASTM G22 on the Hardibacker 500. Analysis of screw attachment to 20 gage metal studs and calculations by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E., signed and sealed 10/10/01. Analysis and wind load and wind speed by analysis of Ramtech Laboratories Report Lab No. IC-1035-88, analysis prepared by Inspection concepts, Inc., 15-Oct-01, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E, 10/16/01. Test report on thermal conductivity under ASTM C 177 for 13/32 inch thick Hardibacker 500, Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Lab No. 11670/1685, November 29, 2000, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. and signed by David R. Macey. Test report on moisture vapor transmission under ASTM E 96 for 13/32 inch Hardibacker 500, Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Lab No. 11639/1674, October 10, 2000, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. and signed by David R. Macey. Test report equivalency testing for 5/16 inch Hardipanel Cladding with 6,4,3 and 2 inch nail spacing on 16 and 24 inch o.c. wood 2x4 studs, Ramtech Laboratories, Inc., Lab No. 11992/1783, January 17, 2002, signed and sealed by Ronald I. Ogawa, P.E. 1/21/02, and David R. Macey, 1/21/02.

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7.0 CONDITIONS OF USE The National Evaluation Service Committee finds that James Hardie Building Products as described in this report complies with or are suitable alternates to that specified in the 2000 International Building Code with 2002 Accumulative Supplement, the BOCA National Building Code/1999, the 1999 Standard Building Code, the 1997 Uniform Building Code, the 2000 International Residential Code for One- and TwoFamily Dwellings with the 2002 Accumulative Supplement, and the 1998 International One and Two Family Dwelling Code subject to the following conditions: 7.1 James Hardie Building Products listed in this report shall be installed in accordance with this report. This Evaluation Report and the manufactures published installation instructions, when required by the code official, shall be submitted at the time of permit application. Hardiplank lap siding and Hardishingle cladding shingle and panel sidings shall be installed on exterior walls braced in accordance with the applicable code:
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7.2.1 Section 2305.7 of the BOCA National Building Code. 7.2.2 Section 2308.2 of the Standard Building Code. 7.2.3 Section 2320.11.3 and 2320.11.4 of the Uniform Building Code. 7.2.4 Section 2308.9.3 of the International Building Code. 7.2.5 Section R602.10.3 of the International Residential Code for One- and TwoFamily Dwellings. 7.2.6 Section 602.10 of the International One and Two Family Dwelling Code. 7.3 Design Wind Loads applied to James Hardie Sidings listed in this report shall be determined in accordance with Chapter 16 of the applicable Code and shall be less than those shown in the design tables in this report.
7.3.1 Design Tables 2a and 2b as shown in this report provides allowable capacity in MPH for transverse load conditions for James Hardie Sidings attached to studs. When using the International Building Code the wind speeds must be converted to 3 second gust wind speed (mph) using Table 1609.3.1 of the IBC and the allowable wind speeds shown in Tables 2a and 2b for the column titled BOCA National Building Code (See 7.3.5 below). 7.3.2 Design Table 3 as shown in this report provides allowable shear capacity in plf for James Hardie Sidings.
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 7.3.3 Design Tables 6A, 6B, 6C, 7A, 7B, 7C, 8A, 8B, 8C as shown in this report provides allowable capacity in MPH for transverse load conditions for James Hardie Sidings attached to sheathing. When using the International Building Code the wind speeds must be converted to 3 second gust wind speed (mph) using Table 1609.3.1of the IBC and the allowable wind speeds shown in Tables 6A, 7A and 8A for the BOCA National Building Code (See 7.3.5 below). 7.3.4 Design Tables 9A,. 9B, 9C as shown in this report provides allowable fastener spacing for James Hardiplank Lap Siding attached to CMUs in 110 MPH wind speed. When using the International Building Code fastener spacings shown in Table 9B are applicable for a Wind Speed of 130 MPH. 7.3.5
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE TABLE 1609.3.1 EQUIVALENT BASIC WIND SPEEDSa,b,c
90 75 100 80 105 85 110 90 120 100 125 105 130 110 140 120 145 125 150 130 160 140 170 150

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3-second gust 85 90 100 105 110 120 125 130 140 145 150 160 170
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The exterior plank and panel products installed on exterior walls shall be installed over a weather-resistive barrier in accordance with applicable codes.
7.4.1 In jurisdictions adopting the Uniform Building Code and the Standard Building Code, Harditex baseboard is acceptable for use as water repellant panel sheathing. The weather-resistance performance of joints and terminations has not been evaluated. 7.5 Compressed sheet of equivalent thickness to Species Group 1 plywood is an acceptable alternative to plywood subflooring specified in:
7.5.1 Section 2307.3.3 of the BOCA National Building Code, Table 2307.3.3. 7.5.2 Section 2307.6 of the Standard Building Code, Table 2307.6C. 7.5.3 Section 2320.9.2 and Table 23-II-F-1 of the Uniform Building Code. 7.5.4 Section 2304.7.2 of the International Building Code, Table 2304.7(4). 7.5.5 Section R503.2.1.1 of the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, Table R503.2.1(2). 7.5.6 Section 503.2.1.1of the International One and Two Family Dwelling Code, Table 503.2.1.1(2). 7.6
Use of compressed sheet subfloor as a component of a floor diaphragm is outside the scope of this report.
5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick Titan-FR panel is recognized as an alternative to 5/8 inch (15.9 mm) thick ASTM C36, Type X, gypsum board, or 5/8 inch thick
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405 7.8.1 Table 2306.4.6.2 of the BOCA National Building Code. 7.8.2 Table 2310.2.B of the Standard Building Code. 7.8.3 Table 23-II-I-1 of the Uniform Building Code. 7.8.4 Table 2306.4.1 of the International Building Code. 7.8.5 Table R703.4 of the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings. 7.8.6 Table 703.4 of the International One and Two Family Dwelling Code. 7.9 Flashing shall be installed at all penetrations and terminations in accordance with the applicable code. The products shall be manufactured at the following locations with quality control inspections by Intertek Testing Services, Inc. (NER-QA219):

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Fontana, California Cleburne, Texas Plant City, Florida Tacoma, Washington Rose Hill, NSW, Australia Carole Park, Queensland, Australia Penrose, Auckland, New Zealand Waxahachie, Texas Blandon, Pennsylvania Summerville, South Carolina Peru, Illinois Santiago, Chile
This report is subject to periodic re-examination. For information on the current status of this report, consult the NES Product Evaluation Listing or contact the NES.
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National Evaluation Report No. NER-405
Table 1 STANDARD NOMINAL PLANK & PANEL DIMENSIONS
Product Type Hardiplank Hardisoffit (unvented) Hardisoffit (vented) Hardiflex Hardipanel Harditex Hardipanel Shiplap Hardibacker (backerboard) Hardibacker 500 (backerboard) Titan (tapered edge) Hardibacker (underlayment) Titan-FR Hardishingle cladding shingles Hardishingle panel (square & staggered edge) Hardishingle panel (half round) Compressed Sheet Width 4, 5-1/4, 6, 6-1/4, 7-1/4, 7-1/2, 8, 8-1/4, 9-1/4, 9-1/2 11-1/4 & 12 inches 4, 6, 12, 16, 24 & 48 inches 4, 6, 12, 16 & 24 inches 48 inches 48 inches 48 inches 48-3/4 inches 36 & 48 inches 36 & 48 inches 48 inches 36 & 48 inches 48 inches 6, 8, & 12 inches Length 12, 14 feet 8 & 12 feet 12 feet 8, 9 & 10 feet 8, 9 & 10 feet 8, 9 & 10 feet 8, 9 & 10 feet 4, 5, 8 feet 5, 8, 9, 10 feet 8, 9 & 10 feet 4, 5 & 8 feet 8, 9 & 10 feet 18 inches
Thicknesses (Inches) 5/16 3/16 & 1/4 1/4 3/16, 1/4, 5/16 & 3/8 1/4 & 5/16 1/4, 5/16, 3/8 & 7/16 5/16 1/4 & 7/16 13/32 1/4 & 7/16 1/4 5/8 1/4
48 inches
16 inches
1/4
48 inches 48 inches
19 inches 8, 9 ,10 feet
1/4 1/2, 5/8 & 3/4
Notes to Table 1: 1. Plank and panel products are also available in other lengths, widths, and thicknesses by special arrangement. 2. 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 ft = 304.8 mm
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Table 2a MAXIMUM WIND SPEED
Maximum Basic Wind Speed (Mph) for Exposure Category Product Thick. (in.) Fastener Spacing (in.) Stud Height Spacing of Bldg (ft) (in.)
Uniform Building Code
Standard Building Code
BOCA National Building Code
Product Type
Fastener Type
Frame Type1
B
90 80 70 70 90 80 70 70 150 150 150 150 140 120 120 110 100 90 110 105 90 80 80 80 80 70 120 120 100 90 110 110 95 90 80 110 90 80 70 90 80 70 120 120 110 100 90
C
70
D
-
< 60 ft
90 80 70 90 80 70
C
70
D
-
B
90 80 70 70 90 80 70 70 150 150 150 150 130 120 120 120 95 80 110 105 90 80 80 80 80 70 120 120 100 90
C
70
D
-
Hardiflex Hardisoffit (unvented) Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardisoffit (unvented) Hardisoffit (vented)
3/16
4d common 1-1/2 in. long
2 4 wood
16
20 40 60 100 20 40 60 20 40 0-15 20 40 60 100 20 40 60 100 200 20 40 100 150 200 20 40 100 20 40 60 100 200 0-15 20 40 60 100 40 100 150 200 20 40 60 20 40 60 100 200
4d common 1-1/2 in. long 1/4 8 2 4 wood
16
24 0.083" shank x 0.187" HD ringshank nail at 8" o.c. at all bearing 6d common 2 in. long 1/4 6 2 4 wood 16 2x4 SG = 0.40 22.5 max
1/4
140 130 130 120 105 100 95 90 85 80 80 80 70 70
120 120 110 110 100 -
150 140 130 120 105 120 120 120 120 110 110 70 70 80 80 70 70 90 -
140 130 120 110 105 100 90 90 70 70 80 80 70 70
110 110 100 100 90 -
Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex
Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex 1/4
No. 11 ga. 1-1/4 in. long galvanized roofing nail
16
110 105
2 4 wood
24 Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex No. 11 ga. 1-1/4 in. long galvanized roofing nail 0.091 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 1.5 in. long ring shank nail 4d common 1-1/2 in. long 5/16 8 2 4 wood 24 Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex 6d common 2 in. long 5/16 6 2 4 wood 16
1/4
4 edge 12 field
90 90 80 70 100 95 85 80 80 70
2 4 wood
16
120 120 110
90 90 80 70
90 90 80 70 85 80 75 70 70 80 70
5/16
4 edge 8 field
2 4 wood2
16
100 95 85 80 110
80 75 70
115 110 95 85 70 110 90 80 70 90 80 70 120 120 120 95 80
16
80 70
110 100 95 90 80
120 120 120
120 120 100 90
100 90 80 70
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Product Type
Fastener Type
Frame Type1
B
110 100 90 80 70 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 110 100 90 120 100 90 140 130 120 115 105 130 130 115 110 100 130 120 110 100 90 120 115 110 100 95 110 110 100 90 85 105 100 90 85 80
C
80 80 70 70 120 120 120 110 100 105 100 90 85 80 90 80 70 110 105 95 90 85 100 100 95 90 80 95 95 85 80 80 90 90 85 80 75 85 80 80 75 70 80 80 70 70 -
D
-
< 60 ft
120 105 95
C
110 90 90
D
-
B
120 105 95 80 70 120 120 120 120 105 120 120 120 100 80 120 100 90 150 150 130 120 95 150 140 125 115 90 140 140 120 110 90 140 130 110 100 80 130 120 100 90 75 120 110 95 90 75
C
80 80 70
D
-
6d common 2 in. long 5/16 6 2 4 wood 24
20 40 60 100 200 20 40 60 100 200 20 40 60 100 200 40 60 100 200 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100
120 120 120
120 120 110 80 70 120 110 110 80 70 90 80 70
100 100 90 80 70 105 95 90 80 70 90 80 70 110 105 95 90 80 105 100 90 85 75 90 90 85 80 75 95 90 80 75 90 85 80 70 80 80 70 -
120 120 120
Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardipanel Shiplap Panel
5/16
6d common 2 in. long
6 edge 12 field
2 4 wood
16
120 110
5/16
0.092" shank 2" 0.225" HD ringshank nail
3 edge 8 field
24 16 SG = 0.40
95 95 90 85 80 90 90 85 80 75 85 80 80 75 70 80 80 75 75 75 70 70 70 70 -
125 120 110 100 80 120 115 100 95 75 115 110 95 90 105 100 90 85 100 95 85 80 90 90 80 75 -
90 85 80 75 85 80 75 75 80 80 75 75 70 70 70 70 70 -
Hardipanel Shiplap Panel
5/16
4 edge 8 field
24 16 SG = 0.40
5/16
5 edge 8 field
24 16 SG = 0.40
5/16
6 edge 8 field
24 16 SG = 0.40
5/16
7 edge 8 field
24 16 SG = 0.40
5/16
8 edge 8 field
24 16 SG = 0.40
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Product Type
Fastener Type
Frame Type1
B
120 120 120 110 110 100 90 85 80 70 90 90 80 70 150 150 140 130 120 115 110 105 90 85 80 80 70 70 120 110 100 90 90 80 90 80 70 150 140 130 120 110 120 110 100 95 85
C
120 110 110 110 100 70 70 70 70 70 120 120 110 105 100 90 85 80 75 70 70
D
-
< 60 ft
120 120 120
C
120 110 100 90 80
D
-
B
120 120 120 110 100 110 105 90 80 70 90 90 80 70 150 150 150 140 110 130 120 110 100 80 80 80 70 70 120 110 100 90 90 80 90 80 70 150 150 140 130 105 135 130 110 100 80
C
120 110 100 90 80 70 70 70 70 120 120 110 100 90 90 85 80 75 70
D
-
Hardiflex Harditex 7/16
No. 11 ga 1-3/4 in. long galvanized roofing nail 0.083" shank 0.187" HD ringshank nail into OSB only
2 4 wood
16
20 40 60 100 200 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 20 40 60 100 20 40 60 100 150 200 20 40 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardishingle Panel Straight Installation Hardishingle Panel Staggered Installation Hardishingle Panel
1/4
13.75
110 100 100 95 90 80 70 70 -
80 80 70 70 80 80 70 150 150 130 120 90 100 100 90 85 80 80 70 120 110 100 70 80 -
100 100 90 90 80 70 70 -
1/4
0.083" shank 0.187" HD ringshank nail into OSB only
13.75
1/4
0.083" shank 0.187" HD ringshank nail at each stud
24 SG = 0.40 16
Hardishingle Panel 1/4
0.083" shank 0.187" HD ringshank nail at each stud
24 SG = 0.40 24
Hardiflex Hardisoffit (unvented) Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex
3/16
Min. No. 8 x 1 in. long 0.323 in. HD ribbed buglehead screws Min. No. 8 x 1 in. long 0.323 in. HD ribbed buglehead screws
Min. No. 20 ga. 3-5/8 in.1-3/8 in. metal C-stud
16
16 Min. No. 20 ga. 3-5/8 in.1-3/8 in. metal C-stud 24
1/4
90 90 80 80 70 70 70
N/A
90 80
90 90 80 80 70 70 70
N/A
90 90 80 80 70 70 70
N/A
Hardipanel 5/16
ET & F 0.100 1.5" 25" HD ES 4144 ET & F 0.100 1.5" 25" HD ES 4144
4 edge 8 field
Min. No. 20 ga. 3.62" 1.375" Metal C-stud
16
115 110 105 100 95 90 85 80 75 70
100 100 90 90 85 80 75 70 70 -
130 130 120 110 75 105 100 90 85 -
120 110 100 100 85 90 90 80 75 -
100 90 90 80 70 75 70 70 70 -
Hardipanel 5/16
4 edge 8 field
Min. No. 20 ga. 3.62" 1.375" Metal C-stud
24
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Product Type
Fastener Type
Frame Type1
B
120 120 120 120 110
C
120 120 110 110 110
D
-
< 60 ft
120 120 120
C
120 120 120 90 80
D
-
B
120 120 120 120 100
C
120 120 110 90 80
D
-
Hardiflex Harditex 7/16
Min. No. 8 x 1 in. long 0.311 in. HD ribbed buglehead screws
Min. No. 20 ga. 3-5/8 in.1-3/8 in. metal C-stud
16
20 40 60 100 200
Notes to Table 2a: 1. Values are for species of wood having a specific gravity of 0.42 or greater, unless otherwise noted. 2. Values are for species of wood having a specific gravity of 0.36 or greater.
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Table 2b MAXIMUM WIND SPEED
Maximum Basic Wind Speed (Mph) for Exposure Category Product Product Type (in.) Thick. Width Fastener Type Fastener Spacing (in.) Frame Type1 Stud Height

B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Spacing of Bldg (in.) (ft)
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
Through Min. No. 20 ga. Overlap 3.62" 1.375" Metal C-stud
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 150 150 140 150 140 130 150 130 120 150 130 120 150 150 140 150 150 130 150 140 130 140 130 120 130 130 120 150 140 120 150 130 120 150 120 110 140 120 110 130 110 100 150 130 110 150 130 110 150 120 110 130 110 105 130 110 100 150 130 110 150 130 110 140 110 100 130 110 100 120 105 100 150 120 105 150 120 100 140 110 100 120 105 120 100 140 110 140 105 120 100 110 105 95 90 90 90 90 90 90 85 80
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 130 130 100 150 150 130 12 95 150 140 130 120 90 140 130 120 110 80 120 120 110 100 75 150 150 150 140 100 90 70 75 80 90 80
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 140 120 150 140 120 150 150 130 150 150 130 150 140 120 150 130 110 110 100 140 110 100 150 150 130 150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 110 100 130 110 100 150 140 110 150 130 110 150 120 105 150 110 110 120 100 80 150 130 110 150 130 110 150 120 100 150 110 120 95 90 85
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 110 150 130 100 150 115 100 140 110 120 90 90 80
Hardiplank
5/16 9.50
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 120 100 150 120 100 140 110 130 100 110 80 150 110 150 110 130 100 120 100 90 75 90 90 75 90 90 80 80 70
Hardiplank
5/16 12.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 140 130 150 140 125 150 130 120 150 125 115 140 120 100
150 150 120 150 140 120 150 135 110 150 125 105 130 100 90
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 120 100 150 115 100 130 110 125 100 115 100 95 90 90
140 135 120 110 80 135 130 120 110 80 120 110 100 95 75 115 110 100 95 70 110 105 95 90 70 100 100 90 85 90 90 80 75 150 150 150 150 130 140 120 110 75 70 70
150 120 100 150 120 100 140 105 130 100 110 80 90 85 75 95 90 80 70 85 80 75 75 80 80 75 70 80 80 70 70 70 70 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 120 100 150 110 100 130 105 120 100 110 95 130 100 125 100 115 110 100 120 110 105 95 125 120 110 100 90 120 110 100 90 85 100 100 90 85 80 90 85 80 95 90 85 80 95 90 85 80 80 90 90 80 80 70 80 80 70 70 95 90 90 90 85 80 80 75 85 80 80 75 70 85 80 80 75 70 80 75 70 70 -
150 120 100 150 110 130 105 120 100 90 90 150 100 140 100 120 110 90 90 80 70
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
130 100
150 100 140 100 120 110 90 140 120 110 90 130 130 110 110 80 120 110 90 90 70 90 80 70 90 85 80 70 90 90 80 80 80 80 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
140 100
Hardiplank
5/16 9.50
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 12.00
ET & F pin 0.100 1.5" 0.25" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
Through Min. No. 20 ga. top edge 3.62" 1.375" of plank Metal C-stud
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 110 100 150 110 100 130 100 120 100 110 90 90 90 80
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 140 110 140 105 130 120 95 95 90 75 90 85 80 80 -
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
140 110 100 140 110 120 100 120 110 120 120 110 100 90 110 110 100 90 80 110 110 100 90 80 95 90 90 90 80 80 75 90 85 80 70 70 90 80 80 70 70 90 90 85 80 80 80 75 70 70 80 70 70 70 70 70 70 -
130 120 115 105 70 110 100 95 90 100 100 90 80 100 95 85 70 150 150 150 150 110 110 100 90 110 100 90 80 100 100 90 80 90 90 80 75 -
150 100 140 100 120 110 90 130 120 105 95 75 120 110 100 90 70 120 110 100 90 70 90 85 70 90 85 75 70 80 80 70 70 80 80 70 -
85 80 75 70 70 70 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 130 100 120 100 110 110 100 120 120 110 100 90 110 110 100 90 85 100 100 90 80 75 90 85 80 95 90 85 80 70 90 85 80 75 70 80 75 70 90 85 85 80 70 80 80 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 -
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 150 150 130 130 110 150 130 110 140 130 110 105 80 130 120 110 90 70 120 110 100 90 70 110 100 85 80 95 90 80 80 90 85 80 75 80 80 70 70 70 70 80 70 70 70 70 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
ET & F Panelfast 0.100 1.5" 0.313" HD
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
90 90 80 75 70
70 70 -
80 80 70 70 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 130 110 150 150 130 130 95 150 150 130 120 95 140 140 120 120 90 130 120 110 105 80 70 80 80 85 90 -
100 90 80 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00 6d common 2" Through long Overlap
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 150 150 135 150 150 130 150 150 120 150 150 120 150 150 120 150 150 120 150 150 120 150 150 120 150 130 120 150 130 110 150 150 120 150 150 120 150 130 110 150 120 110 130 110 110 150 130 120 150 130 115 150 120 110 140 120 105 130 110 100 150 130 115 150 130 110 150 120 110 140 115 105 130 110 100 150 120 110 150 120 110 140 110 100 130 105 100 120 100 140 110 140 105 120 100 115 110 95 90 95 95 95 90 85 80
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 130 130 120 150 130 120 150 150 130 150 150 130 150 140 120 150 130 115 110 100 140 110 100 150 150 130 150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 115 110 100 150 110 100 150 140 120 150 140 120 150 120 120 150 120 115 140 100 90 150 140 110 150 140 110 150 120 100 150 115 100 120 95 85 150 140 110 150 130 100 150 120 100 150 110 100 130 95 80 150 130 105 150 120 100 140 120 120 120 115 90 150 110 150 110 140 100 120 100 95 80 95 90 80 95 90 85 80 70
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 115 150 130 110 150 120 110 140 120 100 130 110 100 140 110 140 100 130 100 115 105 95 90 95 95 95 85 80 95 90 85 80 80 85 85 80 75 70 80 80 70 70 70 80 80 70 70 70 75 70 70 -
150 140 130 120 95 130 120 110 105 80 120 120 110 100 80 110 110 100 95 70 110 105 100 90 70 110 100 95 90 100 95 85 85 90 85 80 75 150 150 150 150 70 70 70 80
150 130 110 150 130 110 150 120 100 150 115 120 95 120 110 120 110 120 100 120 100 90 80 95 80 90 90 80 80 70 90 85 80 80 70 80 80 75 70 80 70 70 70 80 75 70 70 70 70 -
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
120 105 120 100 120 110 105 120 120 110 100 95 120 120 105 100 90 115 115 105 100 90 110 110 95 90 85 70 95 90 80 70 95 90 85 95 95 85 85 80 95 95 85 85 75 95 95 85 85 75 85 85 75 75 70 75 70 70 -
120 110 120 100 120 120 100 120 120 120 90 120 110 105 85 120 120 110 105 85 120 120 100 100 80 110 110 95 85 70 95 90 80 95 90 85 70 90 80 80 70 95 90 80 75 90 85 80 70 80 75 70 -
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
120 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
120 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
No. 8-18 1-5/8" long 0.323" HD ribbed bugle head screw
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 150 150 140 150 150 130
150 150 150 150 150 140 150 150 140 150 150 130 130 115 150 130 115
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
No. 8 1-5/8" long 0.323" HD ribbed bugle head screw
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 140 150 140 140 150 130 130 150 130 130 140 120 120 150 140 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 150 120 110 140 120 110 150 130 110 150 120 110 140 110 105 130 110 100 120 100 95 150 130 110 150 120 110 150 110 105 150 110 100 130 100 95 150 120 110 150 120 110 140 110 105 120 110 100 120 100 95 150 115 100 150 110 100 130 110 120 110 115 95 130 100 130 100 120 110 100 90 90 85 95 90 85 90 90 80 80 80
150 150 150 140 105 150 150 140 140 105 150 140 130 120 90 150 140 130 120 90 140 140 120 120 90 130 130 120 110 85 120 120 100 100 75 150 150 150 140 105 140 130 120 115 85 75 90 75 80 80 80 90 95
150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 115 150 120 110 135 105 95 150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 150 120 105 130 105 90 150 130 110 150 130 105 150 115 100 150 110 115 90 90 80
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 110 150 130 105 150 115 100 140 110 115 90 90 80
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 110 150 120 105 150 115 100 140 105 115 90 90 80 95 90 85 75 90 80 80 75 -
Hardiplank
5/16 9.50
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 120 100 150 115 140 105 130 100 110 85 150 110 150 105 120 120 95 95 90 75
Hardiplank
5/16 12.00
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 130 150 140 130 150 130 120 150 130 110 140 110 110 150 130 105 150 130 100 150 110 100 140 105 130 100 90 90
150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 150 120 110 135 105 90 150 120 100 150 120 100 140 110 130 100 110 85 95 90 75
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 120 100 150 110 100 130 105 120 100 110 95 140 110 130 100 120 110 100 95 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 85 80 80 90 90 80 80 80 90 90 80 80 75 80 80 75 70 70 70 70 70 -
135 130 120 110 85 120 120 110 100 80 120 115 105 100 75 120 115 105 100 75 110 105 95 90 70 100 95 85 80 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 110 150 150 150 140 100 95 95 70 70
150 150 100 150 140 140 130 130 120 110 85 150 110 150 105 130 120 115 95 90 80 95 90 85 75 90 90 80 80 70 90 85 80 75 90 85 80 75 80 80 75 70 70 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
130 105 130 100 120 110 100 95 90 85
150 110 150 105 130 120 95 95 90 75
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
130 100 130 100 120 110 100 120 120 110 100 90 115 110 95 90 80 90 90 85 95 90 85 80 80 80 80 75 70 70
150 105 150 105 120 115 95 140 120 110 90 130 120 100 95 80 90 85 75 95 85 80 70 90 85 75 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 9.50
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
140 100
Hardiplank
5/16 12.00
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
No. 11 ga. 1-1/4" long Galv. roofing nail
Through top edge of plank
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 130 150 150 130 150 140 120 150 130 120 150 120 110 150 150 130 150 140 120 150 130 120 150 130 110 140 120 110
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 120 150 140 120 150 150 130 150 150 120 150 130 115 150 130 110 140 110 95 150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 150 120 110 135 100 95
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
No. 11 ga. 1-1/4" long galv. roofing nail
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 115 150 130 110 150 120 110 140 115 105 130 110 100 150 130 110 150 120 110 140 115 100 130 110 100 120 110 95 150 120 110 150 120 105 140 110 100 130 110 100 120 100 95 150 110 100 140 110 100 130 100 120 100 110 95 130 100 120 100 110 110 100 90 80 80 90 90 80 90 80 80 80 75
150 140 135 125 95 150 140 130 120 90 140 140 125 120 90 130 130 115 110 80 115 110 100 95 75 150 150 150 150 140 140 125 115 90 140 130 120 110 85 120 120 110 100 80 70 80 80 70 80 80 85
150 130 110 150 130 110 150 120 100 150 110 120 95 95 85
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 105 150 120 100 150 115 140 110 115 90 95 95 80
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 105 150 120 105 150 110 140 105 115 90 95 90 80 95 90 85 70 85 80 75 75 -
Hardiplank
5/16 9.50
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 120 100 150 115 140 100 130 100 105 80 150 105 140 100 120 110 90 95 85 75
Hardiplank
5/16 12.00
24 wood
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 140 150 150 140 150 150 130 150 140 130 150 130 120 150 120 110 150 120 105 140 110 100 130 110 100 120 100 100 150 120 110 150 120 100 130 110 100 120 110 120 100 140 110 140 105 120 100 120 110 95 90 95 90 95 90 90 85 70
150 150 130 150 150 130 150 140 120 150 140 120 115 105 150 115 105 150 130 105 150 120 105 150 110 140 105 110 90 95 90 80
Hardiplank
5/16 6.00
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 6.25
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 125 100 150 120 100 150 110 130 105 110 85 150 115 150 110 130 100 120 100 95 80 95 90 80 90 90 80 80 70
Hardiplank
5/16 7.50
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 8.00
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
130 100 130 100 120 120 110 95 95 90
90 90 80 80 70 90 90 80 80 75 80 80 70 70 70 70 70 70 -
120 115 105 100 90 120 110 100 95 75 110 105 95 90 70 90 90 80 80 150 150 150 160 120 110 150 150 140 140 100 90 150 150 140 130 100 90 150 140 130 130 90 80 -
150 110 150 105 120 110 95 95 90 90
90 80 80 75 85 85 80 75 80 75 70 70 70 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 8.25
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
130 100 130 100 120 110 100 120 120 110 100 95 110 110 100 80 80 95 95 90 95 90 90 85 75 80 80 80 80 80
150 110 140 105 120 110 90 130 115 105 85 120 120 105 90 80 90 90 70 90 85 80 70 85 80 75 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 9.50
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
140 100
Hardiplank
5/16 12.00
24 wood
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00
No. 8 x 1-1/4 Through Min. No. 20 ga. in. long x 0.375 top edge X 3.62" x 1.375" in. HD ribbed of plank Metal C-stud waferhead screws
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 140 140 150 140 125 150 140 120 150 130 115 150 120 110 140 120 110 150 140 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 150 120 110 135 110 100 150 130 110 150 120 105 140 115 105 140 100 105 125 95 95
150 150 150 150 150 140 150 150 130 150 150 130 150 120 110 150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 150 120 105 130 100 90
Hardiplank
5/16
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 6-1/4
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 140 125 150 140 115 150 130 110 150 120 105 130 100 90
Hardiplank
5/16 7-1/2
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 135 110 150 130 100 150 120 100 140 110 115 90 95 80
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 125 110 150 120 105 140 110 100 130 110 100 120 100 95 150 120 110 150 120 105 140 110 100 130 105 120 100 95 90
140 140 125 120 140 130 125 115 85 75 130 130 120 110 150 150 140 140 130 130 120 110 130 130 115 110 120 115 105 100 120 115 100 95 75 NA NA NA 85 70 85 75 100 90 85 80 90 85
150 130 100 150 120 100 140 110 130 105 115 90 90 90 80
Hardiplank
5/16 8-1/4
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 125 105 150 120 100 140 110 130 100 110 85 95 90 75
Hardiplank
5/16 9-1/2
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 115 100 140 110 100 130 105 120 100 110 90 90 90 85
150 120 100 150 110 140 100 120 100 95 85 90 90 85 80
Hardiplank
5/16
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 140 125 150 140 120 150 130 115 150 120 110 140 120 110 150 120 100 150 110 100 130 105 120 100 110 95 90 90 90
150 150 120 150 140 120 150 130 110 150 120 105 130 100 150 115 135 105 130 100 105 85 90 95 90 85 75 90 90 85 70 90 85 75 75 NA 85 85 75 75 NA 150 120 100
Hardiplank
5/16
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 6-1/4
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 115 100 140 110 100 130 105 120 100 110 95 140 105 130 100 120 110 100 95 90 85 95 90 85 90 90 85 80 70 90 85 80 80 75
150 120 100 150 115 140 105 130 100 105 85 150 110 150 100 130 120 90 90 75 NA
Hardiplank
5/16 7-1/2
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
130 100 130 100 120 10 100 90 85 80
150 105 140 100 125 115 90 90 85 75
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 8-1/4
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
130 100 125 100 115 105 100 120 120 105 100 90 90 85 80 90 90 85 80 75
90 85 80 80 75 80 80 75 75 NA 95 90 90 85 85 80 75 70 70 80 80 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 -
110 110 100 95 110 105 95 90 130 125 115 110 80 110 100 90 90 100 100 90 85 90 90 80 80 90 90 80 75 90 90 80 75 80 80 75 70 70 NA NA 75 NA
150 105 140 100 125 110 90 130 115 105 85 90 85 75 90 80 75 NA
85 85 75 75 NA 80 75 70 70 NA 95 95 90 85 70 80 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 -
Hardiplank
5/16 9-1/2
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
140 100
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00 0.089" shank Through 0.221" overlap HD 2" long galv. siding nail
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 115 100 140 110 130 105 120 100 110 120 120 105 100 90 120 105 105 95 90 110 100 90 85 80 100 100 90 80 75 100 100 90 80 75 100 90 80 80 70 90 90 90 80 80 75 90 90 85 80 75 80 80 75 70 70 80 80 70 70 80 80 70 70 70 70 -
150 120 150 110 140 100 130 105 140 130 110 105 90 140 130 110 105 90 120 120 100 95 75 120 115 100 90 70 120 110 100 90 70 110 105 90 85 95 80 95 90 85 80 95 90 80 75 85 80 75 70 80 80 70 70 80 80 70 70 75 70 -
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
90 80 70 70 120 120 105 100 90 100 90 85 80 70 100 90 85 80 70 90 85 80 70 70 80 80 75 70 80 80 75 70 80 70 70 -
90 90 85 80 75 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 -
80 80 75 70 -
70 70 110 105 90 90 90 85 75 70 85 80 75 70 80 75 70 70 70 70 70 70 -
100 90 80 70 140 130 110 105 90 115 115 90 85 70 110 105 90 80 70 105 100 85 80 100 90 80 70 100 90 80 70 90 80 70 70 80 80 -
70 95 90 85 80 80 75 70 75 70 70 70 -
80 75 70 70 -
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
5/16 4.00 0.093" shank Through 0.222" top edge HD 2" long of plank galv. siding nail
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
150 130 110 150 120 110 140 115 100 140 110 100 125 100 130 100 120 110 100 95 120 120 105 100 90 110 110 95 90 80 100 100 90 80 80 100 100 90 80 75 100 90 80 80 70 90 80 75 70 95 90 85 80 90 90 80 80 75 85 80 80 75 70 80 80 75 70 80 80 75 75 75 70 95 80 80 80 75 70 80 80 75 70 70 75 70 70 70 70 70 95 90 85 80 80
150 140 130 120 90 110 110 100 90 75 110 100 95 90 70 100 95 85 80 90 90 80 80 90 90 80 75 80 80 70 70 70 70 120 115 105 100 75 80
150 130 110 150 130 105 150 115 100 140 110 110 140 120 110 90 130 115 110 95 130 120 105 95 85 120 115 100 90 80 120 115 100 90 80 110 110 90 80 100 90 80 70 90 95 90 85 75 95 85 70 70 90 85 80 70 85 80 75 70 80 80 70 70 80 75 70 70 150 100 95 80 80 80 75 70 80 75 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 90 85 80 75 -
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
140 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
16
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
140 105 130 100 120 115 105 95 90 85
150 110 150 105 130 120 95 95 90 75
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B C D

< 60 ft C D

B C D
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
100 100 90 85 75 100 100 90 85 75 90 90 80 70 90 85 75 70 85 85 70 70 80 80 70 70 100 95 85 80 70
80 80 70 70 80 75 70 70 80 75 70 -
70 70 -
90 90 80 75 90 85 80 75 80 75 70 80 75 70 70 70 70 70 90 85 80 75 -
120 110 100 90 75 120 110 95 85 70 100 100 85 75 100 100 80 75 100 95 85 75 90 90 75 70 70 80 115 110 90 85 70
80 80 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 80 75 70 -
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
24
24
0-15 20 40 60 100
Hardiplank
5/16 9.50
0.091" shank, 0.221" HD, 1.5" long corrosion resistant nail
Face nailed through the overlap @ 12" o.c.
7/16" thick APA rated OSB sheathing or equivalent solid sheathing
0-15 20 40 60 100
Notes to Table 2b: 1. Values are for species of wood having a specific gravity of 0.42 or greater, unless otherwise noted.
Page 41 of 48
Table 3
SHEAR VALUES ALLOWABLE LOADS IN POUNDS PER LINEAL FOOT FOR PANEL SHEAR WALLS1,2 Product Thickness (inch) 3/16 1/4 Fastener Fastener Type 4d common 1-1/2 in. long 4d common 1-1/2 in. long Spacing (inch) 6 8 Frame Types 2 4 wood
5
Stud Spacing (inch) 16 16 & 24
Shear Value (plf) 145 120
Product Type Hardiflex Hardisoffit Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardisoffit Hardibacker Titan Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Titan Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Titan Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Titan Shiplap Shiplap Shiplap Shiplap Shiplap Shiplap Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex
2 4 wood 5
1/4 1/4 1/4
0.086 in. 1-3/8 in. long gypsum wall board nail 6d common 2 in. long No. 11 ga. 1-1/4 in. long galvanized roofing nail
6 6 6
2 4 wood 5 2 4 wood 5 2 4 wood 5
16 & 24 16 16 & 24
140 190 180
1/4
4 edge 12 field
2 4 wood 5
16 & 24
265
1/4
3 edge 6 field
2 4 wood 5 w/48 in. mid-height block
16 & 24
295
5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16
0.092 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 2 in. long ring shank nail 0.092 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 2 in. long ring shank nail 0.092 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 2 in. long ring shank nail 0.092 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 2 in. long ring shank nail 0.092 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 2 in. long ring shank nail 0.092 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 2 in. long ring shank nail 0.091 in. shank, 0.225 in. HD, 1.5 in. long ring shank nail 4d common 1-1/2 in. long 6d common 2 in. long
3 edge 8 field 4 edge 8 field 5 edge 8 field 6 edge 8 field 7 edge 8 field 8 edge 8 field 4 edge 8 field 8 6
2 4 wood 4 2 4 wood 4 2 4 wood 4 2 4 wood 4 2 4 wood 4 2 4 wood 4 2 4 wood 3 2 4 wood 5 2 4 wood 5
16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 & 24 16
268 238 208 179 149 119 198 120 200
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Table 3
SHEAR VALUES ALLOWABLE LOADS IN POUNDS PER LINEAL FOOT FOR PANEL SHEAR WALLS1,2 Product Thickness (inch) 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 5/16 Fastener Fastener Type 6d common 2 in. long 6d common 2 in. long 6d common 2 in. long 6d common 2 in. long 6d common 2 in. long No. 11 ga. 1-1/2 in. long galvanized roofing nail Spacing (inch) 6 4 4 6 edge 12 field 6 edge 12 field 6 2 4 wood 5 16 200 2 4 wood 5 24 145 Frame Types 2 4 wood
5
Stud Spacing (inch) 24 16 24 16
Shear Value (plf) 153 233 212 157
Product Type Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Hardiflex Hardipanel Harditex Hardibacker Titan Hardiflex Hardisoffit
2 4 wood 5 2 4 wood 5 2 4 wood 5
5/16
4 edge 12 field
2 4 wood 5
16
280
5/16
3 edge 6 field
2 4 wood 5 w/48 in. mid-height block
16
340
7/16
2 4 wood 5
16
280
3/16
Min. No. 20 ga. 3-5/8 in. 1-3/8 in. metal C-stud
16
1406
Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Titan Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker
1/4
16 & 24
1256
5/16
16
1606
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Table 3
SHEAR VALUES ALLOWABLE LOADS IN POUNDS PER LINEAL FOOT FOR PANEL SHEAR WALLS1,2 Product Thickness (inch) 7/16 Fastener Fastener Type Min. No. 8 x 1 in. long 0.311 in. HD ribbed buglehead screws Spacing (inch) 6 Frame Types Min. No. 20 ga. 3-5/8 in. 1-3/8 in. metal C-stud 5/16 ET & F 1-1/2 in. long 0.10" knurled shank 0.25" HD pin fastener (AKN100-0150NA) 5/16 ET & F 1-1/2 in. long 0.10" knurled shank 0.25" HD pin fastener (AKN100-0150NA) 4 edge 8 field 4 edge 8 field Min. No. 20 ga. 3-5/8 in. 1-3/8 in. metal C-stud Min. No. 20 ga. 3-5/8 in. 1-3/8 in. metal C-stud 24 133 16 154 Stud Spacing (inch) 16 Shear Value (plf) 1626
Product Type Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardibacker Titan Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex Hardipanel Hardiflex Harditex
1. All board edges shall be supported by framing. Panels shall be applied with the long dimension either parallel or perpendicular to studs. 2. The maximum height-to-length ratio for construction in this Table is 2:1. 3. Values are for species of wood having a specific gravity of 0.36 or greater. 4. Values are for species of wood having a specific gravity of 0.40 or greater. 5. Values are for species of wood having a specific gravity of 0.42 or greater, unless otherwise noted. 6. Under the Uniform Building Code, these steel-framed assemblies are limited to wind load resistance only. 7. 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1plf = 14.59 N/m
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Table 4
K and R VALUES FOR FIBER-CEMENT PRODUCTS Product Thickness3 Thermal Conductivity1 Keff = Btu/hr-ft2-EF 1.95 2.07 2.18 8.39 2.30 Thermal Resistance1 Actual Thermal Conductivity2 Actual Thermal Resistance2
(inch) 1/4 5/16 3/8 13/32 7/16 Notes to Table 4:
R = 1/Keff 0.51 0.48 0.46 0.12 0.44
(Keff) 7.80 6.62 5.81 20.07 5.26
(R) 0.13 0.15 0.17 0.05 0.19
1. Based on 1 inch of panel thickness. 2. Actual value for panel thickness shown. 3. SI units conversion: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 Btu/h-ft2-EF = 5.678 W/m2-K
Table 5
PERMEANCE VALUES FOR FIBER-CEMENT PRODUCTS Product Thickness1 (inch) 1/4 5/16 3/8 13/32 7/16 Note to Table 5: 1. SI units conversion: 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 perm = 57 mg/(sm2Pa) Permeance (perms) 1.75 1.54 1.32 2.84 1.10
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Table 6A BOCA National Building Code/1999 ALLOWABLE BASIC WIND SPEEDS (MILES PER HOUR) FOR HARDISHINGLE CLADDING EXTERIOR WALL FINISH
Sheathing Type
Fastener Type
Weather Exposure and Fastener Location
Height of Building (feet)
Exposure Category B C
8 inch exposure 2 roofing nails 9 inches from butt edge
0-15 20 40 60 100 200 0-15 20 40 60 100 200 0-15 20 40 60 100 200
110 110 110 110 80 70 110 110 110 110 95 80 110 110 110 110 105 90
95 90 80 75
Minimum 15/32 inch thick plywood complying with DOC PS 1-95
Min. 0.121 in. shank x 0.371 in. HD x 11/4 in. long corrosion resistant roofing nail
110 105 95 90 75 70 110 110 105 100 85 75
Table 6B SBCCI - 1999 Standard Building Code ALLOWABLE BASIC WIND SPEEDS (MILES PER HOUR) FOR HARDISHINGLE CLADDING EXTERIOR WALL FINISH
Sheathing Type Fastener Type Weather Exposure and Fastener Location Height of Building (feet) Exposure Category Standard Coastal
8 inch exposure 2 roofing nails 9 inches from butt edge Minimum 15/32 inch thick plywood complying with DOC PS 1-95 Min. 0.121 in. shank x 0.371 in. HD x 11/4 in. long corrosion resistant roofing nail 7 inch exposure 2 roofing nails 8 inches from butt edge 6 inch exposure 2 roofing nails 7 inches from butt edge
0-15 20 40 60 0-20 40 60 0-60 100 200
105 100 90 85 110 100 95 110 75 70
105 100 90 85 110 100 95 110 75 70
Table 6C ICBO - 1997 Uniform Building Code ALLOWABLE BASIC WIND SPEEDS (MILES PER HOUR) FOR HARDISHINGLE CLADDING EXTERIOR WALL FINISH
Sheathing Type Fastener Type Weather Exposure and Fastener Location Height of Building (feet) Exposure Category B C
8 inch exposure 2 roofing nails 9 inches from butt edge Minimum 15/32 inch thick plywood complying with DOC PS 1-95 Min. 0.121 in. shank x 0.371 in. HD x 11/4 in. long corrosion resistant roofing nail
0-20 40 60 100 200 0-20 40 60 100 200 0-20 40 60 100 200
110 100 95 90 80 110 110 110 105 95 110 110 110 110 100
90 80 75 70 70 105 95 90 85 80 110 105 100 95 90
6 inch exposure 2 roofing nails 7 inches from butt edge Notes to Tables 6A, 6B and 6C: 1. Table values are based on an importance factor of 1.0 2. 1 foot = 305 mm, 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 mph = 1.6 km/h
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Sheathing Type
Fastener Type
8 inch exposure 2 siding nails 9 inches from butt edge Minimum 7/16 inch thick OSB sheathing complying with DOCPS 2-95 Min. 0.091 in. shank x 0.221 in. HD x 11/2 in. long corrosion resistant siding nail 7 inch exposure 2 siding nails 8 inches from butt edge
0-15 20 40 60 0-15 20 40 60 0-15 20 40 60 100 200
110 110 90 85 110 110 105 100 110 110 110 110 85 75
75 75 70 90 85 80 75 100 95 90 80 70
6 inch exposure 2 siding nails 7 inches from butt edge
8 inch exposure 2 siding nails 9 inches from butt edge Minimum 7/16 inch thick OSB sheathing complying with DOCPS 2-95 Min. 0.091 in. shank x 0.221 in. HD x 11/2 in. long corrosion resistant siding nail 7 inch exposure 2 siding nails 8 inches from butt edge 6 inch exposure 2 siding nails 7 inches from butt edge
0-20 40 60 0-15 20 40 60 0-20 40 60 100
85 75 70 100 95 85 80 110 105 100 70
85 75 70 100 95 85 80 110 105 100 70
0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 200 0-20 40 60 100 200
100 90 85 80 70 110 110 100 90 85 70 110 110 105 80 70
75 70
Minimum 7/16 inch thick OSB sheathing complying with DOCPS 2-95
Min. 0.091 in. shank x 0.221 in. HD x 11/2 in. long corrosion resistant siding nail
90 85 80 75 70 95 85 80
6 inch exposure 2 siding nails 7 inches from butt edge Notes to Tables 7A, 7B, and 7C: 1. Table values are based on an importance factor of 1.0 2. 1 foot = 305 mm, 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 mph = 1.6 km/h
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Sheathing Type
Fastener Type
8 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 9 in. from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide Minimum 7/16 inch thick OSB sheathing complying with DOCPS 2-95 Min. 0.091 in. shank x 0.221 in. HD x 1-1/2 in. long corrosion resistant siding nail 7 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 8 inches from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide 6 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 7 inches from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide
0-15 20 40 60 100 0-15 20 40 60 100 200 0-20 40 60 100 200
110 110 100 95 75 110 110 110 110 90 80 110 110 110 100 85
90 85 75 70 105 100 90 85 70 110 100 90 80 70
Minimum 7/16 inch thick OSB sheathing complying with DOC-PS 2-95
8 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 9 in. from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide 7 in. exposure Min. 0.091 in. shank x 0.221 in. HD x 1-1/2 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 8 inches from butt edge, 2 in. long corrosion siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide resistant siding nail 6 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 7 inches from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide
0-15 20 40 60 0-15 20 40 60 0-15 20 40 60 100
100 95 85 80 110 105 95 90 110 110 110 105 70
100 95 85 80 110 105 95 90 110 110 110 105 70
8 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 9 in. from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide Minimum 7/16 inch thick OSB sheathing complying with DOC-PS 2-95 Min. 0.091 in. shank x 0.221 in. HD x 1-1/2 in. long corrosion resistant siding nail 7 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 8 inches from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide 6 in. exposure 3 siding nails per 12 in. wide, 7 inches from butt edge, 2 siding nails per 6 & 8 in. wide Notes to Tables 8A, 8B, and 8C: 1. Table values are based on an importance factor of 1.0 2. 1 foot = 305 mm, 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 mph = 1.6 km/h
0-15 20 40 60 100 200 0-15 20 40 60 100 200 0-15 20 40 60 100 200
110 110 100 90 80 70 110 110 110 110 100 90 110 110 110 110 105 95
85 80 75 70 70 110 105 100 95 80 75 110 105 100 95 90 85
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Table 9A SBCCI - 1999 Standard Building Code Allowable Fastener Spacing (in.) Hardiplank Lap Siding fastened to ASTM C-90 Concrete Wall

0-15 20 30 40 50 60
6-1/4 and 6 inch wide Hardiplank

18.25 16.5 14.75 13.5 12.75 12.25
7-1/2 inch wide Hardiplank

14.5 13.25 11.75 10.75 10.25 9.75
8-1/4 and 8 inch wide Hardiplank

13.75 12.25 11 10.25 9.5 9
9-1/2 inch wide Hardiplank

11.5 10.5 9.25 8.5 8 7.5
Table 9B BOCA National Building Code/1999 Allowable Fastener Spacing (in.) Hardiplank Lap Siding fastened to ASTM C-90 Concrete Wall

0-15 20 40 60 100
6-1/4 and 6 inch wide Hardiplank Exposure Exposure B C

24.0 24.0 21.0 17.75 14.0 15.0 13.75 11.25 10.0 8.75
7-1/2 inch wide Hardiplank Exposure Exposure B C

24.0 23.0 16.75 14.25 11.25 12.0 11.0 9.0 8.0 7.0

24.0 21.5 15.75 13.25 10.5 11.25 10.25 8.5 7.5 6.5

20.25 18.25 13.25 11.25 8.75 9.5 8.75 7.25 6.25 5.5
Table 9C ICBO - 1997 Uniform Building Code Allowable Fastener Spacing (in.) Hardiplank Lap Siding fastened to ASTM C-90 Concrete Wall

0-15 20 40 60 100

24.0 22.5 17.75 15.75 13.25 14.25 13.25 11.5 10.5 9.25

19.25 18.0 14.25 12.75 10.5 11.25 10.5 9.25 8.5 7.5

18.0 16.75 13.5 11.75 9.75 10.5 9.75 8.5 8.0 7.0

15.25 14.25 11.25 10.0 8.25 9.0 8.25 7.25 6.75 5.75
Notes to Table 9A, 9B, and 9C: 1. Fasteners shall be ET&F Fastening Systems, Inc. Erico Stud nail, ET & F No. ASM-144-125, head dia. = 0.30 in., shank dia. = 0.14 in. 2. Maximum basic wind speed shall be 110 mph. 3. Exposure Category C (for Table 9A). 4. 1 inch = 25.4 mm, 1 foot = 305 mm.

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